Description
Food supplement based on iron. Iron è a fundamental micronutrient for the human body. Indeed, as an essential component, it is part of some basic biological mechanisms such as DNA replication, cellular energy processes and the use of oxygen, so that its deficit during development has multiple effects on erythropoiesis, neuronal development and on cardiac, skeletal, muscular and gastrointestinal functions. In the preterm infant, the high martial requirement, higher than the intake provided by a normal milk diet, requires early supplementation. During childhood, iron deficiency anemia is; the most ù common micronutrient deficiency disorder related to high iron demand. In this period, in fact, there is a rapid growth (high requirement) and at the same time a dietary intake of bioavailable iron at times scarce. the most frequent: to varying degrees of seriousness; affects 30% of the population.
In elderly and debilitated subjects, iron deficiency states are; due to deficient intake or bad absorption of the same. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the need for iron increases, to allow the growth of the placenta and correct oxygenation of mother and baby. È necessary for the production of red blood cells of the unborn child and to keep those of the mother at the right level. Iron deficiency in pregnancy leads to a form of anemia known as gestational iron deficiency anemia.

Gluten free (less than 20 ppm).

< b> Mode à of use
In the preterm infant we recommend increasing doses in relation to the lower neonatal weight:
-2 mg / kg / day of iron for newborns weighing between 1,500 and 2,500 g;
-3 mg / kg / day for those weighing between 1,000 and 1,500 g;
-4 mg / kg / day for those weighing less than 1,000 g.
In children, adults and pregnancy we recommend:
-1 mg / kg / day up to a maximum of 30 drops per day.
Protofer drops can ò be taken as it is or diluted in a little water.
Shake before use.

Warnings
Keep out of the reach of children under three years of age. Supplements are not intended as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not take this product in case of allergy or hypersensitivity; to any of its components. Do not exceed the recommended dose. The product can ò undergo a change in color due to the nature of the components without causing this; affect its goodness; and integrity.

Conservation
Store in a cool and dry place. The expiry date refers to the product in intact packaging, correctly stored.
Validity à unopened: 36 months.

Format
Bottle of 30 ml.

Bibliography
1 . Rao R, Georgieff MK. Neonatal iron nutrition. Semin Neonatol, 2001; 6: 425-435.
2. Faldella G, Corvaglia L, Lanari M, Salvioli GP. Iron scales and iron nutrition in infancy. Acta Pediatr Suppl. 2003; 91: 82-5.
3. Beard J. Iron deficiency alters brain development and function. J Nutr, 2003; 133: 1468S-1472S.
4. De Curtis M., Carnielli V. The infant's nutrition. Editeam 2006 228-236.