Innofer is a food for special medical purposes in the form of a suspension containing elemental iron.

The product is used under medical supervision and is intended for the dietary management of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia.

It is suitable for infants, including those with low birth weight, children and adults.

Can be used by pregnant women.

The elemental iron contained in the formula is characterized by both a very high iron content, exceeding 98%, and a high bioavailability of 69%. It is better tolerated than iron salts, so it does not cause abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation.

A dosing syringe is included in the package, which allows for easy measurement of the appropriate dose. 0.1 ml of suspension contains 2 mg of iron, while 5 ml of the product contains 100 mg of iron.

Indications:

Food for special medical purposes, for the management of diet and prevention of iron deficiency and anemia, for use in

Infants, including those with low birth weight, and children

Adults, including pregnant women.

Ingredients:

Support - fatty acids (MCT medium chain triglycerides), elemental iron, natural lemon flavor.

100 ml of product contains:

• energy 3346 kJ/793 kcal
• fat 95.5 mg (including: saturated fatty acids 95.5 g, monounsaturated fatty acids <0.1 g, polyunsaturated fatty acids 0 g), carbohydrates 0 g (including sugars 0 g), protein 0 g, salt <0.01 g
• iron 2000 mg.

1 ml of product contains:

• energy value 33.5 kJ/7.9 kcal
• fat 0.96 mg (including: saturated fatty acids 0.96 g, monounsaturated fatty acids <0.1 g, polyunsaturated fatty acids 0 g), carbohydrates 0 g (including sugars 0 g), protein 0 g, salt <0.01 g
• iron 20 mg.

How to use:

The dosage and duration of use depend on the degree of iron deficiency and must be administered as directed and under the supervision of a physician.

Before use, the suspension should be mixed well by vigorously shaking the bottle until a homogeneous consistency is obtained, but not less than half a minute.

Stability studies of the suspension have shown that after the recommended mixing time of 30 seconds, the suspension is ready for administration (homogeneous) and remains so for at least 3 minutes. If the appropriate dose is not administered within 3 minutes of mixing, the product should be mixed thoroughly again.

It is used under medical supervision and according to the doctor's recommendations, depending on individual needs.

Preventing iron deficiency

Infants, including those with low birth weight, and children: 1-2 mg iron/kg body weight daily

Adults, including women over 8 weeks of pregnancy: 30 mg iron (1.5 ml Innofer suspension) daily.

Treatment of iron deficiency and anemia

Infants, including those with low birth weight, and children: 4-6 mg iron/kg body weight daily, in 2-3 doses

Adults, including pregnant women over 8 weeks of pregnancy: 60-120 mg of iron (3-6 ml of Innofer suspension) daily, divided into 2-3 doses.

Contraindications:

Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any of the product's ingredients.

Warnings:

This product should be used under medical supervision.

Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition

Not intended for parenteral administration

This product may pose a health risk if administered by persons for whom its use has not been medically indicated.

It is suitable for consumption for 90 days after first opening.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C, out of the reach of small children.

Protect from heat, sunlight and moisture.

Contains no sweeteners, preservatives or colorings

It does not contain cow's milk protein, lactose or gluten and is suitable for people hypersensitive to these ingredients.

It has a positive opinion from the Mother and Child Institute

It has a GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) safety certificate.

Presentation : 2x100 ml