Research Summary
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High-dose multivitamins do not reduce cardiovascular events in diabetes

Key finding

The primary end point occurred in 175 participants (35%) in the active OMVM group and 175 (35%) in the placebo group (hazard ratio [HR], 0.99 [95% CI, 0.80-1.22]; P = .92).

This study evaluated the effects of oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) in patients with diabetes and a history of myocardial infarction. The findings indicated no significant differences in major cardiovascular outcomes between the OMVM and placebo groups.

Evidence strength

Moderate confidence

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Extended (5–20+ y)

Some Concerns bias
Last updated July 8, 2026

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Population

Middle Aged (40-64), Older Adults (65+), Male, Female, North America, with T2 Diabetes

Intervention

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM)

Study type

RCTs

Follow-up

Extended (5–20+ y)

Primary outcome

Composite of myocardial infarction

Comparator

Placebo OMVM + Active IV Chelation, Placebo OMVM + Placebo IV Infusions

Plain-language summary

What this paper says

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Study focus

This study evaluated the effects of oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) in patients with diabetes and a history of myocardial infarction. The findings indicated no significant differences in major cardiovascular outcomes between the OMVM and placebo groups.

Clinical relevance

These findings are important for clinicians treating diabetic patients with a history of myocardial infarction, as they suggest that routine supplementation with multivitamins and minerals may not provide additional cardiovascular protection. This can help guide treatment decisions and resource allocation in managing these patients.

Keep in mind

No significant differences in outcomes may limit the perceived effectiveness of OMVM. The study population may not be generalizable to all diabetic patients. Potential unmeasured confounders could influence the results.

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Journal Reference

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Francisco U, Gervasio AL, Kevin JA, et al. Oral Multivitamins and Multiminerals in Patients with Diabetes and Prior Myocardial Infarction. JAMA Internal Medicine. 2025;185(5):540-548. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2024.8408

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Main Effects

The primary composite outcome occurred in 35% of both the OMVM and placebo groups (HR, 0.99; P = .92).

Myocardial infarction incidence was 10.8% in the OMVM group versus 9.6% in the placebo group.

Stroke incidence was higher in the OMVM group (4.0%) compared to the placebo group (2.0%).

Evidence network

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Evidence Context

This study contributes evidence to Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) and Adverse events incidence, All-cause mortality, Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke, and 3 more.

Primary intervention

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM)

Primary outcomes

  • Adverse events incidence
  • All-cause mortality
  • Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke

Evidence relationships

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Evidence pairs
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Evidence topics
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Evidence network role

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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 63

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Related topics

6

Evidence pairs

33

Related studies

High relevance in at least one topic

Why it is useful

  • Contributes to 6 evidence relationships
  • Includes primary outcome data
  • Linked to 1 direct semantic evidence topic

Topic contributions

Evidence topic

Contributes evidence

Core evidence

Study findings

The primary outcomes reported in this study.

NoneNo Change

Adverse events incidence

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Adverse events incidence

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Adverse events incidence

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeSafety
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NoneNo Change

All-cause mortality

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → All-cause mortality

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → All-cause mortality

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeClinical Outcomes
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NoneNo Change

Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeClinical Outcomes
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NoneNo Change

Coronary revascularization

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Coronary revascularization

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Coronary revascularization

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeClinical Outcomes
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NoneNo Change

Hospitalization for unstable angina

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Hospitalization for unstable angina

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Hospitalization for unstable angina

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeClinical Outcomes
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NoneNo Change

Incidence of stroke

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Incidence of stroke

Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) → Incidence of stroke

Evidence profile

NoneNo ChangeClinical Outcomes
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evidence suggest

Evidence Suggest

  • No significant difference in the primary composite outcome (HR, 0.99; P = .92).
  • Similar rates of myocardial infarction (10.8% vs. 9.6%) between groups.
  • Stroke rates were higher in the OMVM group (4.0%) compared to placebo (2.0%).
who this applies

Who this applies to

  • Adults with diabetes and a history of myocardial infarction.
  • Patients seeking supplemental therapies for cardiovascular health.
keep in mind

Keep in Mind

  • The study's findings may not apply to younger populations or those without prior cardiovascular events.
  • Results are based on a specific population with diabetes, limiting broader applicability.
  • Further research may be needed to explore long-term effects and different populations.
between the lines

Between the Lines

  • No significant differences in outcomes may limit the perceived effectiveness of OMVM.
  • The study population may not be generalizable to all diabetic patients.
  • Potential unmeasured confounders could influence the results.

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Connected Evidence

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Questions answered by this study

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Does Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) improve all-cause mortality?

Limited Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) for All-cause mortality.

ConsensusScore™: Results are consistent across studies.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    All-cause mortality

    EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 38.1 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Consistent | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) affect adverse events incidence?

Limited Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) for Adverse events incidence.

ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Adverse events incidence

    EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 38.1 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) improve composite of cv death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke?

Limited Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) for Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke.

ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Composite of CV death, non-fatal myocardial infarction, or non-fatal stroke

    EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 38.1 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026

Does Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) improve coronary revascularization?

Limited Evidence

Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of Oral multivitamins and multiminerals (OMVM) for Coronary revascularization.

ConsensusScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.

Ranked evidence signals

  1. 1

    Coronary revascularization

    EvidenceScore™ Limited | EvidenceScore™ 38.1 | neutral | ConsensusScore™ Unclear | 1 study

Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.

Limitations

  • Only one supporting study is available.
  • Consistency cannot yet be determined.
  • Population details are unavailable.
1 supporting studyUpdated: Jul 2026
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