A member asked:

Is it ok to take multi viatimins and zinc supplements at the same time, or is that just over-doing it?

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Dr. Joseph Mele answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Probably: If you eat a balanced diet, extra vitamins are not usually needed. If you have a poor diet, a multivitamin can help. Unless you have a proven deficiency, taking more is not helpful, and can be toxic. I give zinc to patients who have wound healing problems and a deficiency, but even in these cases 2 weeks is often enough time to get this treated. Consult a nutritionist for specifics in your case.

Answered 5/7/2014

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