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What is FORVIA?
FORVIA is a multivitamin/mineral product designed to provide nutritional support for patients with reduced ability to absorb
vitamins and minerals from diet due to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
FORVIA tablets were developed on the basis of growing medical knowledge about the effects of disease on the body's ability to
absorb and use nutrients. Medical research over the past twenty years has increasingly shown that patients with particular
diseases may experience or be at risk for complications to their disease because of their need for more or different vitamins
and minerals than provided in diet.
The vitamins and minerals selected for FORVIA tablets are based on current clinical findings about the common nutritional
deficiencies and daily vitamin and mineral needs of patients with IBD. Just as important, certain minerals and ingredients
commonly found in ordinary vitamin supplements are not in FORVIA tablets because they can interfere with absorption of more
important nutrients or aggravate symptoms of disease.
- FORVIA contains the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K in water-miscible form to enable good absorption and utilization. IBD patients are at increased risk for low levels of these vitamins. Vitamin D, important for maintaining bone mass, is supplemented at 2 times the daily Value because it is not optimally absorbed in IBD and may be inhibited by steroids used in the treatment of IBD.
- FORVIA contains folic acid, the daily administration of which has been found in a number of studies to be associated with a reduced risk for the development of colorectal cancer or dysplasia in individuals with ulcerative colitis.
- FORVIA contains vitamin C and iron in the ratio and amountss shown to increase iron absorption when given together. Iron is provided as ferrous fumarate, which is highly soluble in the gastrointestinal tract, is well-tolerated orally, and was less toxic then ferrous sulfate or ferrous gluconate in laboratory studies.
- FORVIA contains 1000 mg of vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin). B12 may be poorly absorbed in patients with IBD, particularly in extensive Crohn's disease.
- FORVIA contains zinc, important for wound healing and immune function, at 150% of the Daily Value because it may be lost through increased excretion in individuals with IBD.
- FORVIA contains calcium diphosphate, a "non-gassy"/non-carbonate form of calcium for improved bone health.
- FORVIA contains no magnesium (because it is a cathartic) in either the active ingredients or tablet excipients.
- FORVIA is lactose-free, and contains no sugars, dyes, artificial sweeteners or flavorings.
- See Complete Product and Use Information for a full description of active ingredients.
FORVIA tablets' unique patented formula is expressly intended for the nutritional needs of patients with IBD. FORVIA is a
non-prescription product. However, daily administration of FORVIA is designed to be one component of a comprehensive medical
and nutritional program. Patients are urged to consult their physician about their individual treatment program and discuss the
role of FORVIA in meeting the nutritional needs of their disease.
FORVIA tablets are manufactured in modern U.S. facilities using the highest quality ingredients. Tablets are inspected and
laboratory-tested to assure compliance with specifications before leaving the factory. Our confidence in the quality of our
product is reflected in our money-back guarantee.
Complete Product and Use Information
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ABOUT FORVIA
