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The UK’s no.1 prescribed multivitamin with minerals1

The role of micronutrients

Micronutrients are vital for optimising health, with deficiencies contributing to adverse health outcomes.2-5

Many of these deficiencies can be prevented through good nutritional education and adequate food consumption, but some may also require food fortification and supplementation.2,6-8

A comprehensive oral multivitamin and mineral medicine in the UK9

Forceval® Capsules is a comprehensive multivitamin and a Pharmacy medicine, available on prescription and for purchase.
The UK’s No.1 prescribed multivitamin with minerals.1

Comprehensive9

The only oral multivitamin, mineral and trace element medicine in the UK.

Well-tolerated9

Forceval® Capsules is well-tolerated.

Once a day9

Adults aged 12+ and the elderly: one capsule daily, preferably taken one hour after meals.

Few vitamin and mineral products are licensed.10 To achieve status as a licensed medicine, such as Forceval® Capsules, a product must demonstrate a favourable risk-benefit profile and meet UK quality standards.11

Please consult the Summary of Product Characteristics for a full listing of contraindications, precautions, and adverse events before prescribing this medicine.

Rash, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain have been reported (frequency not known). Should not be given to individuals with allergies to peanut or soya, hypercalcaemia, haemochromatosis, other iron storage disorders, hypersensitivity to the active substance(s) or to any of the excipients.

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Which patients are Forceval® Capsules indicated for?

Forceval® Capsules is indicated in patients aged 12 years of age and above, as a therapeutic nutritional adjunct across the following conditions/patient groups:9

Examples include:

  • In the presence of organic disease such as malignancy and immune deficiency syndromes

Examples include:

  • Malabsorption
  • Inflammatory bowel disease (e.g. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis) and fistulae
  • Short bowel syndrome
  • Where concurrent medication decreases vitamin and mineral absorption

Examples include:

  • Anorexia or cachexia
  • Post chemo- or radio- therapy

Examples include:

  • Where nutritional intake continues to be inadequate

Examples include:

  • Special or restricted diets, e.g. in renal diets and where several food groups are restricted in therapeutic weight reducing diets
  • Where food intolerance exists, e.g. exclusion diets
  • In synthetic diets, e.g. in phenylketonuria, galactosaemia & ketogenic diets

Forceval® Capsules includes 24 vitamins, mineral and trace elements.

Vitamin A (as β-Carotene)2,500 iu
Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol)400 iu
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)1.2 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)1.6 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)2.0 mg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)3.0 μg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)60 mg
Vitamin E (dl-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)10 mg
d-Biotin (Vitamin H)100 μg
Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3)18 mg
Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5)4.0 mg
Folic Acid (Vitamin B Complex)400 μg
Calcium108 mg
Iron12 mg
Copper2.0 mg
Phosphorus83 mg
Magnesium30 mg
Potassium4.0 mg
Zinc15 mg
Manganese3.0 mg
Selenium50 μg
Chromium200 μg
Molybdenum250 μg

Forceval® Capsules FAQs

Forceval® Capsules are not suitable for vegetarians/ vegans as the capsules contain gelatine that is derived from bovine sources.

Forceval® Capsules may be administered during pregnancy and lactation at the recommendation of a physician.

To verify, please contact medical information by email on medinfo@alliancepharma.co.uk 

For the most up to date information please contact medical information by email on medinfo@alliancepharma.co.uk

There are 2500 International Units (IU) of vitamin A in Forceval® Capsules which is equivalent to 750mcg retinol equivalents.12

There are 400 International Units (IU) of vitamin D2 in Forceval® Capsules which is equivalent to 10mcg.12

Forceval® Capsules is reimbursable on prescription.
Forceval® Capsules is indicated as a nutritional adjunct for ages 12+.

What role do micronutrients play in malnutrition?

Learn about why micronutrients matter when it comes to malnutrition.

Find out more
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  2. Micronutrients, World Health Organisation. Available at: https://www.who.int​/health-topics​/micronutrients#tab=tab_1
  3. Amrein K, et al. LLL 44 – 2 e Micronutrients in clinical nutrition: Vitamins. Clinical Nutrition ESPEN 61 (2024) 427e436.
  4. Gombart AF, Pierre A, Maggini S. A Review of Micronutrients and the Immune System-Working in Harmony to Reduce the Risk of Infection. Nutrients. 2020 Jan 16;12(1):236.
  5. Shenkin A. The key role of micronutrients. Clin Nutr. 2006 Feb;25(1):1-13.
  6. Berger, M et al. ESPEN micronutrient guideline. Clinical Nutrition. 2022;41:1357-1424.
  7. NICE Nutrition support for adults: oral nutrition support, enteral tube feeding and parenteral nutrition. Clinical Guidelines CG32. NICE, 2006 (last updated August 2017).
  8. Holdoway A, et al (consensus panel). Managing Adult Malnutrition in the Community. 3rd edition, 2021. Available at: malnutritionpathway.co.uk​/library/managing_​malnutrition.pdf
  9. Forceval Summary of Product Characteristics. Available at: medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3911
  10. The prescribing of vitamins, and minerals including vitamin B preparations, (DROPList).
  11. PrescQIPP Bulletin 107, August 2015. 5. NHS, Medicines information. Available at: https://www.prescqipp.info​/media/1734/b107-​multivitamins-briefing-21.pdf.
  12. Forceval® Capsules Patient Informtion Leaflet. Available at: https://www.medicines.org.uk​/emc/files/pil.3911.pdf
References accessed February 2026.

Adverse events should be reported. Reporting forms and information can be found at yellowcard.mhra.gov.uk or by searching for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. Adverse events should also be reported to Pharmacovigilance at Alliance Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Tel: 01249 466966, email: pharmacovigilance@alliancepharma.co.uk.

Forceval® Capsules Contraindications

  • Hypercalcaemia, haemochromatosis and other iron storage disorders. Hypersensitivity to the active substance(s) or to any of the excipients. Forceval® Capsules contain soya bean oil. Patients allergic to peanut or soya should not take this medicine.

Special warnings and precautions for use

  • Whilst taking Forceval® Capsules both protein and energy are also required to provide complete nutrition in the daily diet.
  • No other vitamins, minerals or supplements with or without vitamin A should be taken with this preparation except under medical supervision.
  • Forceval® Capsules is not to be taken on an empty stomach. Do not exceed the stated dose. Keep out of the reach of children.
  • Important warning: Contains iron. Keep out of the reach and sight of children, as overdose may be fatal.
  • This medicine contains E123 (amaranth) and E124 (ponceau 4R red) which may cause allergic reactions.
  • Evidence from Randomised Control Trials suggests that high doses (20-30 mg/day) b-carotene intake may increase the risk of lung cancer in current smokers and those previously exposed to asbestos. This high-risk population should consider the potential risks and benefits of Forceval® Capsules, which contain 4.5mg per recommended daily dose, before use.
  • Patients with thyroid disorders should seek medical advice before taking Forceval® Capsules. An allowance should be made for vitamins or minerals obtained from other sources.

Undesirable effects

  • Immune system disorders: Frequency not known: Hypersensitivity reaction (such as rash).
  • Gastrointestinal disorders: Frequency not known: Gastrointestinal disturbances (such as nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain).

Pregnancy and Lactation

  • May be administered during pregnancy and lactation at the recommendation of the physician.