Paediatric Seravit is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. For the dietary management of infants and children on restricted therapeutic diets requiring vitamin, mineral and trace element supplementation. Paediatric Seravit is a vitamin, mineral and trace element mixture on a carbohydrate base containing only trace amounts of sodium, potassium and chloride. Paediatric Seravit is available in 2 flavours: Unflavoured and Pineapple flavour*, in 200g tins. *Pineapple flavour is not available in Republic of Ireland.
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How To Use: The recommended intake should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only, and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient. The daily intake of product should be divided into equal portions and distributed throughout the day. Age Suggested intake: (g/day)* 0 - 6 months 10g 6 - 12 months 15g 1 - 3 years 15g 4 - 10 years 25g 11 up to 18 years 35-50g *if taken as the main source of micronutrients. The suggested intake may need reducing if vitamins, minerals and trace elements are provided in the diet from other sources. Each level scoop provides approximately 5g of powder. *Suggested dilution is 1 to 5 w/v (i.e. 15g powder + 75ml water) = 510 mOsmol/kg H20. Depending on age and medical condition, follow the advice of your clinician or dietitian for hygienic preparation and handling of the product. 1. Weigh out the required amount of Paediatric Seravit or use the scoop provided. 2. For infants, add the required amount of this product to the daily formula feed. Use immediately after reconstitution. For children, the product can be taken as a drink or paste. If taken as a paste, water or diluted drinks should be offered at the same time. Once reconstituted, refrigerate and consume within 24 hours. 3. Shake or stir immediately before use. May be flavoured with a separate flavour from the Nutricia range. The addition of flavourings to food(s) for infants below 6 months of age is not recommended. Scoop Weight: 1 level scoop provides 5g of powder.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Always replace container lid after use. Once opened, use within one month.
Precautions: Must be used under medical supervision. Not for parenteral use. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Suitable for infants and children. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Review total micronutrient intake from supplemental and dietary sources to ensure recommendations are met. Not suitable for infants and children under 3 years of age due to sweeteners (Pineapple flavour only).
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