Description:

Prowoman Plus 60 Softgel Capsules (by Exeter Pharmaceuticals) is a comprehensive women’s multivitamin and multimineral supplement with added Omega-3-6-9 fatty acids. It is designed to support women’s health and vitality, providing essential nutrients for energy, immune function, hormonal balance, skin/hair/nail health, bone support, and overall wellbeing. The formula includes evening primrose oil and starflower oil (sources of GLA) to help with hormonal balance (e.g., PMS, menopause symptoms), along with a broad range of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. It is marketed as a once-daily nutritional support for women, gentle on the stomach and easy to swallow due to softgel form. In Ghana (Accra), it is a popular OTC supplement available in pharmacies (e.g., Beybee Pharmacy, Scab Pharmacy) for women’s general health, fertility support, and menopausal transition.

Prescription: Over-the-counter (OTC) dietary supplement. No prescription required; freely available in pharmacies, health stores, and online retailers in Ghana.

Therapeutic Category:

Women’s Multivitamin + Multimineral + Omega Fatty Acids Supplement (Nutritional support for women’s health, hormonal balance, and vitality; not a medicinal product).

Active Ingredients/Composition: Each softgel capsule typically contains (based on standard Prowoman Plus formulation):

• Vitamins & Minerals: A broad spectrum including Vitamin A, B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B12), Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Folic Acid, Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Chromium, and other trace elements (exact amounts vary but designed to meet daily needs).
• Omega-3-6-9 Fatty Acids: From evening primrose oil and starflower oil (rich in GLA for hormonal support), plus other omega sources. Other ingredients: Gelatin (softgel capsule), vegetable oils, glycerin, emulsifiers, and natural flavors. The softgels are easy-to-swallow and gentle on the stomach.

Vitamins: Yes – Comprehensive range of essential vitamins (A, B-complex, C, D, E, folic acid, etc.).

Minerals: Yes – Iron, Zinc, Magnesium, Selenium, Chromium, and other trace minerals.

Variant:

• Prowoman Plus 60 Softgel Capsules (standard pack of 60 softgels). Related variants: Prowoman (basic version without omega-3-6-9 or lower potency), Prowoman 50+ (formulated for women over 50 with added lutein/green tea/L-carnitine), or Prowoman Multivitamin Drink (liquid form with pomegranate/cranberry/elderflower/guarana/green tea/zinc). The 60-capsule pack is the common monthly supply size.

Consume Type:

Oral – Softgel capsule (swallow whole with water; do not chew or open).

Directions/Usage: Adults (women): Take 1 softgel capsule daily with a main meal and a glass of water.

• Take consistently for ongoing nutritional support; benefits (e.g., energy, hormonal balance) may take weeks to months.
• Do not exceed recommended dose.
• Suitable for daily long-term use as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Common Side Effects: Generally well-tolerated at recommended dose; mild/rare:

• Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, stomach discomfort – especially if taken on empty stomach).
• Fishy aftertaste/burps (from omega oils).
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching if sensitive to ingredients like evening primrose oil). Discontinue if severe.

Package Type:

Plastic bottle of 60 softgel capsules (white/opaque bottle with screw cap; often with foil seal; labelled carton with nutritional info, dosage, and women’s health claims).

Storage Advice: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (below 25–30°C), away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep tightly closed. Out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Dietary supplement—not a substitute for balanced diet or medical treatment.
• Consult doctor before use if pregnant/planning pregnancy (high vitamin A may exceed safe limits), breastfeeding, have medical conditions (e.g., bleeding disorders from omega oils), or on medications (possible interactions).
• Do not exceed dose (risk of vitamin/mineral excess, especially A, D, iron).
• If nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or unusual symptoms occur, stop use and seek advice.
• Keep out of reach of children (overdose risk from iron and fat-soluble vitamins).

Product Substitutes: Similar women’s multivitamin + omega supplements in Ghana include:

• Wellwoman Plus (Vitabiotics; similar multivitamin + omega 3-6-9).
• Centrum Women or Centrum Advance 50+ (multivitamin focus).
• Other brands like Perfectil Woman or local generics. Consult pharmacist in Accra (e.g., Scab Pharmacy, Beybee Pharmacy) for availability.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Exeter Pharmaceuticals (UK-based; primary manufacturer of Prowoman Plus). Marketed/distributed in Ghana by local importers/pharmacies (widely stocked at outlets like Beybee Pharmacy, Scab Pharmacy).

Country of Origin:

United Kingdom (manufactured by Exeter Pharmaceuticals; imported to Ghana and widely available in local pharmacies).