Nutritional supplement syrup containing essential amino acids and multivitamins
Class: Multivitamin + Essential amino acid nutritional supplement
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Dosage Form: Oral syrup/liquid
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Uses:
Nutritional supplementation to support overall health, particularly in cases of:
- Poor appetite, malnutrition, or inadequate diet.
- Convalescence/recovery from illness, surgery, or weakness/fatigue.
- Growth and development support in children (e.g., during rapid growth phases).
- Boosting immunity, energy, and stamina.
- Adjunctive in conditions with increased nutritional needs (e.g., post-illness, stress, poor diet).
Amino acids aid protein building, cell repair, muscle recovery; vitamins (A, B-complex, C, D, E) support metabolism, immunity, bone health, and antioxidant protection. Not for treating specific deficiencies/diseases without medical oversight.
Dosage:
Take orally, with or without food (often after meals to reduce GI upset). Typical (follow label/doctor advice; adjust for age/weight):
Adults: 15 mL (1 tablespoonful) twice daily or as directed.
Children >5 years: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) once or twice daily.
Children 1–5 years: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) once daily (consult pediatrician).
Duration: As needed for nutritional support (e.g., weeks to months); do not exceed without guidance. Use measuring device for accuracy.
Adults: 15 mL (1 tablespoonful) twice daily or as directed.
Children >5 years: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) once or twice daily.
Children 1–5 years: 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) once daily (consult pediatrician).
Duration: As needed for nutritional support (e.g., weeks to months); do not exceed without guidance. Use measuring device for accuracy.
Side Effects:
Common (mild, usually transient): Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach upset/bloating, altered taste.
Less common: Mild allergic reactions (rash/itching), urine discoloration (harmless from vitamins).
Serious (rare): Hypersensitivity (swelling, breathing difficulty—seek immediate care); GI discomfort in high doses. Generally well-tolerated as a supplement.
Less common: Mild allergic reactions (rash/itching), urine discoloration (harmless from vitamins).
Serious (rare): Hypersensitivity (swelling, breathing difficulty—seek immediate care); GI discomfort in high doses. Generally well-tolerated as a supplement.
Warnings & Precautions:
Not a substitute for balanced diet or medical treatment.
Use under guidance if diabetic (may contain sugars/excipients).
Check for allergies to ingredients (e.g., specific amino acids/vitamins).
Seek doctor if symptoms persist or for use in pregnancy/children.
Store in cool, dry place; keep out of children’s reach.
Use under guidance if diabetic (may contain sugars/excipients).
Check for allergies to ingredients (e.g., specific amino acids/vitamins).
Seek doctor if symptoms persist or for use in pregnancy/children.
Store in cool, dry place; keep out of children’s reach.
Pregnancy & Lactation:
Pregnancy: Limited specific data; vitamins/amino acids often used if deficient, but consult doctor (generally low risk short-term).
Lactation: Compatible for nutritional support; consult provider (monitor infant for GI effects).
Lactation: Compatible for nutritional support; consult provider (monitor infant for GI effects).
Drug Interactions:
Minimal significant for standard use (supplement-level doses).
High vitamin content may interact with certain meds (e.g., vitamin A with retinoids)—inform doctor if on other supplements/medications.
High vitamin content may interact with certain meds (e.g., vitamin A with retinoids)—inform doctor if on other supplements/medications.
Contraindications:
Known hypersensitivity to any amino acid, vitamin, or excipient.
Not for those with specific metabolic disorders (e.g., certain amino acid intolerances) without specialist advice.
Not for those with specific metabolic disorders (e.g., certain amino acid intolerances) without specialist advice.
Price: Ksh 556/-
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