Innofer, oral suspension, 100 ml
Innofer oral suspension is a food for special medical purposes containing highly bioavailable elemental iron. It is intended for dietary management of iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia in infants (including low birth weight), children, adults, and pregnant women. The product is used under medical supervision.
Benefits of Innofer
- Prevents and treats iron deficiency and anemia in all age groups
- Highly bioavailable iron: 69% absorption efficiency
- Very high iron content (>98%)
- Gentle on the digestive system: does not cause constipation, diarrhea, or abdominal discomfort
- Easy dosing with included syringe for precise administration
- Does not stain teeth or have metallic aftertaste
Recommended Intake
Dosage must be determined and supervised by a physician depending on individual needs:
Prevention of iron deficiency
- Infants and children: 1–2 mg iron/kg body weight per day
- Adults and pregnant women (from 8 weeks gestation): 30 mg iron (1.5 ml suspension) daily
Treatment of iron deficiency and anemia
- Infants and children: 4–6 mg iron/kg body weight per day, divided into 2–3 doses
- Adults and pregnant women (from 8 weeks gestation): 60–120 mg iron (3–6 ml suspension) daily, divided into 2–3 doses
How to Use
- Shake the bottle vigorously for at least 30 seconds to obtain a homogeneous suspension
- Administer immediately after preparation directly into the mouth
- If not consumed within 3 minutes, shake again before use
- Follow physician’s instructions for dosage and duration
Ingredients
Medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) fatty acids, elemental iron, natural lemon flavor.
Nutritional Values
Per 100 ml:
- Energy: 3346 kJ / 793 kcal
- Fat: 95.5 g (saturated 95.5 g, monounsaturated <0.1 g, polyunsaturated 0 g)
- Carbohydrates: 0 g (sugars 0 g)
- Protein: 0 g
- Salt: <0.01 g
- Iron: 2000 mg
Per 1 ml: energy 33.5 kJ / 7.9 kcal, fat 0.96 g, iron 20 mg.
Contraindications and Warnings
- Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Not suitable as sole source of nutrition
- Not intended for parenteral use
- May pose a health risk if used without medical indication
- Use within 90 days after opening
- Store below 25°C, protected from heat, sunlight, and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Additional Information
- Free from sweeteners, preservatives, dyes, cow’s milk protein, lactose, and gluten
- GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) certified
- Positive opinion from the Institute of Mother and Child
Net Content
100 ml oral suspension for infants, children, adults, and pregnant women.