Vitabiotics Pregnacare Liquid - 200ml
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Pregnacare Liquid - 200ml. 20 days supply.
Pregnacare® has been carefully developed to help safeguard dietary requirements from the start of trying to conceive and throughout the whole of pregnancy.
This liquid formula is ideal for those who prefer not to swallow tablets. With 400µg folic acid and 10µg vitamin D, the exact daily levels as recommended by the UK Department of Health.
- Gentle on the stomach
- Suitable for Vegetarians
- Free from artificial colours, lactose, salt, yeast and gelati
- Gluten free
- Suitable for vegetarians
- Pregnacare® is not tested on animals
Because Pregnacare® has been specially formulated by experts for pregnancy, it contains certain nutrients at levels above the Nutrient Reference Value (NRV). All ingredient amounts are within safe levels for pregnancy.
- To protect your growing child, Pregnacare® avoids excessive levels of iron & other nutrients
- Pregnacare® does not contain vitamin A, as high levels are not advised in pregnancy.
- If required, an additional calcium and magnesium supplement such as Osteocare® may be taken with Pregnacare®.
Worldwide studies have shown that extra specific nutrients such as folic acid and vitamin D may be necessary before and during pregnancy. Pregnacare® has been carefully developed to help safeguard dietary requirements, from the start of trying to conceive and throughout the whole of pregnancy.
More than folic acid
Formulated by Vitabiotics’ experts with a comprehensive range of important vitamins and minerals. With 400µg folic acid, the exact daily level recommended by the UK Department of Health.
Recommended 10µg Vit D
The UK Department of Health recommends all pregnant & breast-feeding women take a daily supplement containing 10µg vitamin D.
Trusted support for mums
Pregnacare’s formula helps safeguard all round health and wellbeing during pregnancy. Folic acid contributes to maternal tissue growth during pregnancy. The unique formula also provides zinc which contributes to normal reproductive health.
How to use
SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE
BEFORE & DURING PREGNANCY: TWO 5ML TEASPOONFULS PER DAY.
One teaspoonful 5ml spoon included = approx. 5ml
Pregnacare® Liquid should not be taken on an empty stomach. Recommended with or following a meal.
Do not exceed the recommended intake.
Excessive consumption may produce laxative effects.
You can start taking Pregnacare® at any point during pregnancy. This comprehensive formula replaces other Pregnacare® supplements and multivitamins. There is no need to take an additional multivitamin.
While every care has been taken to ensure this information is always as accurate as possible, food products are regularly improved and nutrition content may occasionally change. As a result we recommend that you always read the label carefully before using or consuming any products. Nutritional Reference Value (NRV) information is based on the typical composition of the product. Guideline daily amounts are those for a typical adult (men and women). NRV information for non Boots products is calculated by the manufacturer. Boots has no control over the recipe or nutritional content of such products and information on this site may differ to that given on the product label. We would therefore recommend you do not solely rely on this information and always read the product label. If you have any queries, or you would like advice on Boots products please contact our friendly Customer care team on 1 890 200008.
This information was last updated 01/10/2015
Hazards and Cautions
For Best Before End date, see base of carton.
Store below 25°C in a dry place, out of sight and reach of children. Store in fridge after opening and use within 6 weeks.
FOOD SUPPLEMENT with sugar and sweetener
Food supplements must not replace a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
As with other food supplements, seek professional advice before using if you are under medical supervision or suffer from food allergies.
As Pregnacare® contains vitamin K, if you are taking oral anticoagulants (e.g. warfarin) do not take Pregnacare® except on the advice of a doctor. Vitamin K is not known to specifically interact with the action of aspirin or heparin.
This product contains iron, which if taken in excess by very young children may be harmful.
Store below 25°C in a dry place, out of sight and reach of children. To open bottle, press & turn childproof cap. Keep tightly closed. After opening store in fridge out of reach of children and use within 6 weeks.
Ingredients
Purified Water, Raw Cane Sugar, Sweetener: Maltitol Syrup, Magnesium Gluconate, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Glycerin, Ferrous Sulphate, Betacarotene (Vegetable Glycerin, Polysorbate 80, Vegetable Oil, Rosemary Extract, Antioxidants: Mixed Tocopherols), Zinc Gluconate, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Stabiliser: Xanthan Gum, Niacin (as Nicotinamide), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl), Flavouring: Orange Oil, Sodium Hydroxide, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate, Pantothenic Acid (D-Panthenol), Vitamin E (DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate), Thiamin (Vitamin B1 as Hydrochloride), Copper Sulphate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid (as Pteroylmonoglutamic Acid), Potassium Iodide, D-Biotin, Vitamin K, Sodium Selenate, Antioxidant: Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA), Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin).
Allergy advice - For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
| Nutritional Information | Av. per 10ml | % EC NRV* |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D (as D3 400 IU) | 10 µg | 200 |
| Vitamin E | 4 mg a-TE | 33 |
| Vitamin K | 70 µg | 93 |
| Vitamin C | 70 mg | 88 |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 3 mg | 273 |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 2 mg | 143 |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 20 mg NE | 125 |
| Vitamin B6 | 10 mg | 714 |
| Folic Acid | 400 µg | 200 |
| Vitamin B12 | 6 µg | 240 |
| Biotin | 150 µg | 300 |
| Pantothenic Acid | 6 mg | 100 |
| Iron | 17 mg | 121 |
| Zinc | 7.5 mg | 75 |
| Copper | 1000 µg | 100 |
| Selenium | 30 µg | 55 |
| Iodine | 150 µg | 100 |
| Betacarotene | 1 mg |
*NRV – Nutrient Reference Value µg – microgram, mg – milligram, IU – International Units
