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15 Vitamins and Minerals
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At a glance
15 Vitamins and Minerals is a micronutrient powder used to prevent anemia and micronutrient deficiencies in children aged 5-12 years. It improves the immune system, increases appetite, and boosts learning ability and productivity.
Description
15 Vitamins and Minerals (Monimix Plus) is a micronutrient powder enriched with 15 vitamins and minerals recommended by WHO. It helps prevent anemia and micronutrient deficiencies in children aged 5-12 years.
Each 1 g sachet contains: Vitamin A (0.40 mg), Vitamin C (30.00 mg), Vitamin D (0.005 mg), Vitamin E (5.00 mg), Vitamin B1 (0.50 mg), Vitamin B2 (0.50 mg), Niacin (6.00 mg), Vitamin B6 (0.15 mg), Vitamin B12 (0.0009 mg), Folic Acid (0.15 mg), Iron (10.00 mg), Zinc (4.10 mg), Copper (0.56 mg), Selenium (0.017 mg), and Iodine (0.09 mg).
SMC introduced Monimix Plus in April 2021 as a public health product aiming to address acute malnutrition among children in Bangladesh.
Indications
- Prevents anemia and micronutrient deficiencies in children (5-12 years of age)
- Improves the body's immune system
- Increases child's appetite and overall nutritional status
- Boosts child's ability to learn and develops productivity
- Reduces risk of infections
Therapeutic class
Multivitamin & Mineral Supplement
Pharmacological class
Micronutrient Supplement
Pharmacology
15 Vitamins and Minerals is a micronutrient powder that helps meet children's daily nutritional requirements. Vitamin A is essential for vision and immunity, Vitamin C acts as an antioxidant, Vitamin D aids calcium absorption, Iron supports blood production, Zinc boosts immunity and appetite, and other vitamins and minerals play vital roles in various biological processes.
Mechanism of action
The vitamins and minerals in this formulation act as cofactors in various enzymatic reactions. Iron helps in hemoglobin production, Vitamin A maintains vision and immunity, Vitamin D regulates calcium and phosphorus balance, Zinc plays a role in cell division and immunity, and B-complex vitamins maintain energy metabolism and nervous system function.
Dosage
Recommended Dose: 1 sachet daily.
Administration Schedule: A total of 180 sachets per year - take 1 sachet daily for 3 consecutive months, followed by a 3-month break, repeating this cycle twice a year.
Note: This is a nutritional supplement and should be taken under the supervision of a registered physician.
Administration
Mix the entire content of the sachet with food before consumption. Do not take directly in the mouth. Take at a fixed time each day for best results. Follow the dose and duration as advised by your physician.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
Side effects are rare at proper dosage. Overdose may cause stomach discomfort, nausea, or diarrhea.
Precautions & warnings
- Indicated only for children aged 5-12 years.
- Mix the sachet with food before consumption.
- Do not exceed the recommended dose.
- Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy and lactation.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any ingredient.
Drug interactions
No significant drug interactions are known. However, inform your doctor if taking other vitamin or mineral supplements.
Food interactions
No food-related restrictions.
Use in pregnancy
Consult your doctor before use during pregnancy.
Use in lactation
Consult your doctor before use during lactation.
Pediatric use
Indicated for children (5-12 years). Consult your doctor for children under 5 years.
Geriatric use
Not indicated for elderly.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No special precautions required for patients with liver or kidney impairment, but consult your physician.
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause vitamin and mineral toxicity, especially iron and vitamin A. Consult your doctor if overdose is suspected.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place below 25°C, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical structure
Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Folic Acid, Iron, Zinc, Copper, Selenium, Iodine