NO multi-vit, not even a prenatal should be in the pill form. These pills are held together with synthetic fillers which block absorption. ALL vits should be taken in a powder or liquid form. A top of the line multi-vit should do the same for you as a prenatal. If you need more iron or calcium, then take those as seperate pills, but most women do not take vitamins in their regular life and the synthetic fillers are actually what make you sick and those extra supplements are often much smaller pills.