ADEK vitamins

ADEK vitamins

Dose: 1 ml PO

Frequency: Q Day

Indications: This preparation was formulated for use in infants with fat malabsorption as might occur in infants with cholestasis.. See review of vitamin requirements in low birth weight infants. The increased levels of Vitamins A, D, E, and K were used to provide adequate intakes for infants with poor fat absorption. The form of Vitamin E used is water soluble so that bile salt activity is not needed for absorption. The preparation is free of alcohol, dyes, and artificial sweeteners. This preparation needs to be supplemented with a source of iron (ferrous sulfate) in most patients.

Vitamin or Mineral	Vitamins or Minerals per ml	% US RDA
Vitamin A	1500 IU	100
Vitamin D	400 IU	100
Vitamin E	40 IU	100
Vitamin K	0.1 mg	>100
Vitamin C	45 mg	135
Thiamine (vitamin B₁)	0.5 mg	100
Riboflavin (vitamin B₂)	0.6 mg	100
Niacin	6 mg	100
Vitamin B₆	0.6 mg	100
Vitamin B₁₂	4 mcg	200
Biotin	15 mcg	N/A
Pantothenic Acid	3 mg	100
Zinc	5 mg	150
Beta Carotene*	1 mg	Theoretically converted to 1600 IU vitamin A

Toxicity: Excessive levels should not develop following the above dosing recommendations. Only fat soluble vitamins appear to have the potential for toxicity. See toxicity associated with fat soluble vitamins or vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, or vitamin K individually..

Preparation: ADEK vitamin preparation (ADEKs Pediatric Drops) is available in a 60 ml bottle with a 2 ml graduated dropper. Vitamax is an identical product and may be used if ADEK is not available.

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