Providing the daily iodine requirement during pregnancy, as recommended by the American Thyroid Association. Ensuring the daily intake of folic acid during pregnancy to prevent fetal neural tube defects. Supporting the mother’s daily need for vitamins E, C, and B-complex during pregnancy.
Each pill contains
| Active Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Folic acid | 400 mcg |
| L-methyl folate | 416 mcg |
| Iodine | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 1.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin B5 | 6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 m |
| Vitamin E | 13 mg |
| Biotin | 60 mcg |
| Niacin | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 110 mg |
One tablet daily with food for better absorption from the time of decision to become pregnant until the end of the twelfth week of pregnancy or as directed by the doctor.
Packaging and Dosage Form:
Each box contains 30 oral tablets with a patient information leaflet.
Therapeutic and pharmacological effects:
During pregnancy, the need for nutrients increases to support the growth and development of the fetus. Meeting all the nutritional requirements solely through diet is often challenging, making supplementation a practical solution for mothers.
Iodine:
In early pregnancy, the fetus relies entirely on maternal thyroxine for normal brain development. Adequate iodine intake during pregnancy is essential for maternal thyroxine production and fetal thyroid function.
Iodine deficiency during pregnancy can lead to insufficient thyroid hormone production, causing irreversible brain damage in the fetus. Therefore, the American Thyroid Association recommends that pregnant women consume a daily supplement containing 150 µg of iodine. Additionally, ensuring sufficient iodine levels before pregnancy is crucial to maintaining adequate thyroid iodine stores.
Folic Acid:
Insufficient folic acid (folate) intake during pregnancy is linked to various complications, including low birth weight, miscarriage, and neural tube defects in the fetus. Taking folic acid supplements during pregnancy helps prevent these issues. Pre-pregnancy supplementation is also recommended to reduce the risk of neural tube defects.
B-Vitamins:
Even mild vitamin B12 deficiency in mothers can slow the child’s growth and development and sometimes cause permanent brain damage. Low maternal vitamin B12 levels are also associated with an increased risk of recurrent miscarriages in early pregnancy. B-vitamin deficiency before pregnancy raises the risk of preterm birth, while a lack of these vitamins during pregnancy can result in low-birth-weight infants.
Vitamin C:
Vitamin C crosses the placenta, and its requirement increases during pregnancy. As an antioxidant, it protects tissues from free radical damage. Low antioxidant levels can lead to oxidative stress, a factor in pregnancy complications like preeclampsia. Studies suggest that vitamin C supplementation may address common infertility factors, potentially improving fertility when take before pregnancy.
Vitamin E:
Vitamin E has shown beneficial antioxidant effects in addressing reproductive issues. Regular supplementation of this vitamin is particularly recommended for women of reproductive age to support fertility and overall health.
Side effects:
Severe allergic reactions to this product are rare. Symptoms may include skin rashes, redness and inflammation of the skin, itching, weakness, and bronchospasm.
Other potential side effects include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, metallic taste in the mouth, heartburn, abdominal pain, hives, fatigue, drowsiness, insomnia, headache, runny nose, blurred vision, and flushing.
Drug interactions:
Iodine may interact with lithium, amiodarone, and antithyroid medications, as these drugs can alter iodine levels. Folic acid can interact with methotrexate, phenobarbital, primidone, and pyrimethamine.
High doses of vitamin E combined with anticoagulant medications may increase the risk of bleeding. If you are taking other supplements or medications, consult your physician or pharmacist before use.
Warnings and precautions:
If you have an autoimmune thyroid disorder, consult your physician before using this product.
Contraindications:
Avoid using this product in the following cases:
- Allergy to any of its components.
- Concurrent use of hyperthyroidism medications, including methimazole, propylthiouracil, potassium iodide, or radioactive iodine (sodium iodide I-131).
Pregnancy and breastfeeding:
This product is recommended from the time of deciding to conceive until the end of the twelfth week of pregnancy.
Storage conditions:
Store at a temperature below 25°C, away from light, moisture, and out of reach of children.
Prevents neural tube defects and fulfills the mother’s daily requirement for essential vitamins during the first trimester of pregnancy.
Prevents neural tube defects and fulfills the mother’s daily requirement for essential vitamins during the first trimester of pregnancy.
