Abidec Multivitamin Drops is a supplement that contains seven essential vitamins required for a child's growth and to keep them healthy. These drops are specifically designed for babies and children up to 12 years old.

Ket features:

• Prevents vitamin deficiencies in children.
• Contains seven essential vitamins for growth and health.
• Active ingredients include Vitamins A, D, B1, B2, B6, C, and Nicotinamide.

Why should I give Abidec to my baby?

Abidec is essential for your baby's growth and development as it contains four different vitamins that they need. Additionally, giving Abidec ensures that your baby meets the Department of Health and Social Care's recommendation that babies from birth to 1 year of age should have a daily supplement of vitamin D. This is important for your baby's bone health and overall well-being.

What precautions should be taken when using Abidec Multivitamin Drops?

Abidec Multivitamin Drops should not be given to babies who are receiving more than 500mls of formula milk per day to avoid exceeding the safe upper limit of Vitamin A. Children taking Abidec Multivitamin Drops should not take any other vitamin supplement containing vitamins A and D unless under medical supervision. Additionally, patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine.

What are the active substances in Abidec Multivitamin Drops?

Each 0.6 ml dose of Abidec Multivitamin Drops contains 1333 IU retinol (as vitamin A palmitate), 400 IU ergocalciferol, 0.4 mg thiamine hydrochloride, 0.8 mg riboflavin sodium phosphate, 0.8 mg pyridoxine hydrochloride, 8 mg nicotinamide, and 40 mg ascorbic acid.

Can Abidec Multivitamin Drops cause any side effects?

Like all medicines, Abidec Multivitamin Drops can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If your child experiences any unusual or unexpected symptoms after using this medicine, it is important to tell your doctor or go to the Accident and Emergency department of your nearest hospital. Abidec Multivitamin Drops contain peanut oil (arachis oil), which may cause an allergic reaction such as itching, swelling of the tongue, eyes, lips, and hands. If your child is allergic to peanuts or soya, do not use this product.

How should Abidec Multivitamin Drops be stored?

Abidec Multivitamin Drops should be stored below 25°C and kept out of the sight and reach of children. Once opened, it should be used within 4 weeks and stored in its original carton and out of direct sunlight. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date, which is stated on the carton and bottle label after "EXP".

Can Abidec Multivitamin Drops be taken with other medicines?

Your child can be given Abidec Multivitamin Drops if they are taking other medicines because the drops do not interfere with other medicines. However, it is important not to give your child other vitamin preparations at the same time.

What should I do if I forget to use Abidec Multivitamin Drops?

If you forget to use Abidec Multivitamin Drops, give a dose as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

Ingredients

Each 0.6ml of Oral Drops Solution contains: Retinol (as Vitamin A Palmitate) 1333IU, Ergocalciferol (Vitamin D2) 400IU, Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1) 0.4mg, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 0.8mg, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) 0.8mg, Nicotinamide 8mg, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) 40mg

Contains Sucrose (see leaftlet for further information)

Contains Arachis Oil (Peanut Oil)

Usage and Instructions

What is the recommended dosage for Abidec Multivitamin Drops?

The recommended dosage for Abidec Multivitamin Drops varies depending on the age of the child. For children under the age of 1 year, it is recommended to give 0.3ml on the back of the tongue. For children aged 1-12 years, the recommended dose is 0.6ml on the back of the tongue. It is important to always follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.