Generic

Multivitamin [Pediatric preparation]

Indications

Vitamin insufficiency in children and babies can be prevented and treated with this supplement.

Pharmacology

Vitamin A plays an important role in the function of the retina and is essential for the growth and differentiation of epithelial tissues.

Vitamin B: plays a role in the synthesis and maintenance of coenzyme A. It is necessary for lipid metabolism, carbohydrate metabolism, tissue respiration, glycogen breakdown, and inhibition of highly lipoprotein synthesis. low density (VLDL). May increase removal of chylomicron triglycerides from plasma.

Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin): required to maintain normal red blood cell production, myelin and nuclear protein synthesis, cell reproduction, and normal growth; intrinsic factor, a glycoprotein secreted by the gastric mucosa, is active from the gastrointestinal tract. Necessary for the absorption of vitamin B12. Necessary for normal tissue respiration; plays a role in the activation of pyridoxine and the conversion of tryptophan to niacin.

Vitamin E is an antioxidant that retains essential cellular components.

Vitamin C: necessary for collagen formation and tissue repair; plays a role in oxidation / reduction reactions and other metabolic pathways, including the synthesis of catecholamines, carnitine, and steroids; it also plays a role in the conversion of folic acid to leucovorin.

Vitamin D3 is a fat soluble sterol. It is necessary to regulate and regulate calcium and phosphate homeostasis and bone mineralization. Vitamin D is also important for bone health because it helps absorb calcium from the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, it also stimulates bone formation. Clinical studies have also shown that calcium and vitamin D have a synergistic effect on bone growth, osteoporosis and prevention of fractures.

Dosage & Administration

Below 1 year: 9-10 drops (0.3 ml)

1 year and above: 23-25 drops (1.0 ml) once daily or as advised by the physicians.

Contraindications

Patients with haemochromatosis or Wilson’s disease should not be given supplemental vitamins. It is not recommended if you are allergic to any of the components. Hypervitaminosis can be caused by taking too much vitamin A and D. Allowance must be made for vitamins obtained from other sources when multivitamin products are recommended.

Side Effect

Ordinary dosages of component in multivitamin preparations are typically harmless.

Therapeutic Class

Specific combined vitamin preparations

Storage Conditions

Protect from direct light exposure, Store in a dry place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C, Keep out of the reach of children.

Pharmaceutical Name

Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.