Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin
by Nature's Way · softgel capsule · 60 vegetarian softgels
- Off the market since April 2020 (NIH)
- UPC 0 33674 11209 0
- DSLD label 228647
- Serving 2 softgels
- 30 servings
Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin by Nature's Way lists 46 ingredients, 24 with an amount per serving of 2 softgels, such as 1,300 mcg of vitamin A, 120 mg of vitamin C, 22.5 mcg (900 IU) of vitamin D3 and 19 mg of vitamin E; 22 sit inside a blend without their own amounts, beside 3 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on August 23, 2020.
What is in Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 2 softgels. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 15 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 1 g | 1% | 56% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) give more (median 1.5 g). |
| Total Carbohydrates | less than 1 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin Aas Beta-Carotene, Retinyl PalmitateVitamin A (Form: as 50% Beta Carotene Note: 650 mcg, 50% Retinyl Palmitate Note: 650 mcg) | 1,300 mcg | 100% | |
| Vitamin Cas Calcium AscorbateVitamin C (Form: as Calcium Ascorbate) | 120 mg | 100% | Higher than 51% of 18,583 products listing vitamin C (median 100 mg). |
| Vitamin D3as Cholecalciferol | 22.5 mcg (900 IU) | 150% | Higher than 58% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin Eas D-Alpha-Tocopherol | 19 mg | 100% | |
| Vitamin Kas PhytonadioneVitamin K (Form: as Phytonadione) | 180 mcg | 200% | Higher than 90% of 4,607 products listing vitamin K (median 80 mcg). |
| Thiamineas Thiamine MononitrateThiamin (Form: as Thiamin Mononitrate) | 2.8 mg | 200% | 58% of 9,830 products listing thiamin give more (median 5 mg). |
| Riboflavin | 3.2 mg | 200% | 54% of 9,824 products listing riboflavin give more (median 4 mg). |
| Niacinas NiacinamideNiacin (Form: as Niacinamide) | 18 mg | 100% | 66% of 12,413 products listing niacin give more (median 20 mg). |
| Vitamin B6as Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B6 (Form: as Pyridoxine HCl) | 4 mg | 200% | 59% of 15,277 products listing vitamin B6 give more (median 6 mg). |
| Folate | 600 mcg DFE | 100% | |
| Quatrefolic brand (6S)-5-Methyltetrahydrofolate Glucosamine Salt | 628 mcg | Higher than 55% of 176 products listing 5-methyltetrahydrofolate glucosamine (median 593 mcg). | |
| Vitamin B12as MethylcobalaminVitamin B12 (Form: as Methylcobalamin) | 5.6 mcg | 200% | 84% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 give more (median 36 mcg). |
| Biotin | 35 mcg | 100% | 82% of 9,447 products listing biotin give more (median 200 mcg). |
| Pantothenic Acidas D-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic Acid (Form: as D-Calcium Pantothenate) | 7 mg | 100% | 73% of 10,060 products listing pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) give more (median 12 mg). |
| Cholineas Choline BitartrateCholine (Form: as Choline Bitartrate) | 11 mg | 2% | 79% of 4,738 products listing choline give more (median 40 mg). |
| Calciumas Aquamin calcified mineral source Red Algae, Calcium AscorbateCalcium (Form: as Aquamin calcified mineral source Red Algae Lithothamnion sp. PlantPart: whole plant Genus: Lithothamnion Species: sp., Calcium Ascorbate) | 200 mg | 15% | Higher than 64% of 17,831 products listing calcium (median 115 mg). |
| Ironas Ferrous FumarateIron (Form: as Ferrous Fumarate) | 42 mg | 156% | Higher than 96% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). |
| Iodineas Potassium IodideIodine (Form: as Potassium Iodide) | 290 mcg | 100% | Higher than 94% of 6,382 products listing iodine (median 150 mcg). |
| Magnesiumas Aquamin calcified mineral source Red Algae, Magnesium OxideMagnesium (Form: as Aquamin calcified mineral source Red Algae Lithothamnion sp. PlantPart: whole plant Genus: Lithothamnion Species: sp., Magnesium Oxide) | 88 mg | 22% | Higher than 50% of 14,003 products listing magnesium (median 86 mg). |
| Zincas Zinc GlycinateZinc (Form: as Zinc Glycinate) | 13 mg | 100% | Higher than 55% of 13,186 products listing zinc (median 11 mg). |
| Seleniumas L-SelenomethionineSelenium (Form: as L-Selenomethionine) | 140 mcg | 200% | Higher than 80% of 7,658 products listing selenium (median 55 mcg). |
| Copperas Copper BisglycinateCopper (Form: as Copper Bisglycinate) | 1.3 mg | 100% | Higher than 61% of 6,468 products listing copper (median 1 mg). |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | 72% of 14,514 products listing sodium give more (median 55 mg). |
| Algal Oilas Schizochytrium sp.DHA (Form: from Algal (Schizochytrium sp.) Oil Genus: Schizochytrium Species: sp.) (Alt. Name: Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 200 mg | 77% of 118 products listing algal oil give more (median 603 mg). | |
| Orchard Fruits & Garden Veggies Powder Blend | 100 mg | ||
| Spinach powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pea powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cabbage powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cauliflower powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Asparagus powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Broccoli powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Brussels Sprout powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cucumber powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Apple powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Tomato powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Acai powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cherry powder | in the blend, no amount given |
Show the other 11 rows of the label
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grape powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Raspberry powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Plum powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Beet powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Carrot powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Banana powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Blueberry powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Pineapple powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Strawberry powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Cranberry powder | in the blend, no amount given | ||
| Inositol | 10 mg | 72% of 4,042 products listing inositol give more (median 30 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 228647 (entered August 23, 2020), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- Its 42 mg of iron is higher than 96% of the 6,910 iron products that print an amount; 239 list more.
- Its 290 mcg of iodine is higher than 94% of the 6,382 iodine products that print an amount; 324 list more.
The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for pregnant and lactating. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Alive! Complete Premium Prenatal MultivitaminNature's Way 47 shared, 88% alike
- Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin Berry FlavoredNature's Way · off the market 45 shared, 87% alike
- Alive! Prenatal Multi-Vitamin with Plant DHA Strawberry FlavoredNature's Way 41 shared, 86% alike
- Alive! Complete Prenatal MultiVitaminNature's Way · off the market 41 shared, 83% alike
- Alive! Daily Support Prenatal MultiVitamin Strawberry FlavoredNature's Way 41 shared, 83% alike
- Alive! Prenatal Multi-Vitamin With Plant DHA Strawberry/Lemon Flavored GummiesNature's Way · off the market 40 shared, 75% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Recommendation: For women that are pregnant, nursing, or trying to conceive, take 2 softgels daily, preferably with food. Do not chew.
- Warnings
- Warning: Accidental overdose of iron-containing products is a leading cause of fatal poisoning in children under 6. Keep this product out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, call a doctor or poison control center immediately.
- Keep this product out of reach of children.
- Safety sealed with printed inner seal. Do not use if either is broken or missing.
- If taking medications, consult a healthcare professional before use.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- Gluten free. No yeast-derived ingredients or what.
- DHA not from fish oil and does not contain harmful mercury levels
- Storage
- Store at room temperature. Keep bottle tightly closed.
- Take during pregnancy, nursing and while trying to conceive
Source: label statements in DSLD label 228647.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Sunflower Oil, modified Starch, Carrageenan, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Candelilla Wax, purified Water, Sunflower Lecithin, Annatto color, Natural flavor.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Life'sDHA.
How many labels does Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin have?
One label is on file, entered on August 23, 2020.
- Label 228647 (current) Entered August 23, 2020 · off the market April 7, 2020 · 60 vegetarian softgels · UPC 0 33674 11209 0
DSLD also links this label to: Alive! Prenatal Multi-Vitamin With Plant DHA Strawberry Flavored (package size difference, same product), Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin Berry Flavored (image difference, same product), Alive! Complete Prenatal Multi-Vitamin Berry Flavored (package size difference, same product), Alive! Prenatal Multi-Vitamin with Plant DHA Strawberry Flavored (package size difference, same product), Alive! Complete Prenatal MultiVitamin (package size difference, same product), Alive! Complete Premium Prenatal Multivitamin (image difference, same product), Alive! Complete Premium Prenatal Multivitamin (package size difference, same product), Alive! Daily Support Prenatal MultiVitamin Strawberry Flavored (package size difference, same product).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Nature's Way Brands, LLC (distributor), Green Bay, WI. All Nature's Way products.