Micronutrients tabs, pregnancy/BLIS-90

General description:
Micronutrient film coated tablets, for pregnant and breastfeeding women in blister pack of 90 tablets.

Technical specifications
Each tablet contains:
Vitamin A (retinol) 800 RE (2667 IU)
Vitamin E (as dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate) 10 mg
Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) 200 I.U. (5 mcg)
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) 1.4 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 1.4 mg
Niacin (Nicotinamide) 18 mg
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 1.9 mg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) 2.6 mcg
Folic Acid 400 mcg
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) 70 mg
Elemental Iron 30 mg
Zinc 15 mg
Copper 2 mg
Selenium 65 mcg
Iodine 150 mcg

Applicable references:
1. Vitamin and mineral requirements in human nutrition, 2nd edition (who.int)
2. UNICEF/WHO/United Nations University multiple micronutrient supplement for pregnant and lactating women (UNIMMAP), Composition of a multi-micronutrient supplement to be used in pilot programmes among pregnant women in developing countries: report of a United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), World Health Organization (WHO) and United Nations University workshop

UNICEF-WHO-multi-micronutrients.pdf;jsessionid=833166B5A45928 6955A256B77ABE8D3D

Therapeutic Class:
Nutritional product, vitamins, and minerals

Dosage, Instruction for use:
As directed by healthcare professional. Dispense in original container. Do not repack.

Guidelines for Use:
WHO recommendations on antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience. World Health Organization 2016

Packaging and labelling:
A Patient Information Leaflet should be attached or enclosed in a box with each pack.
Refer to UNICEF Technical Requirements for Pharmaceutical Products 5 (unicef.org)
Label and leaflet to be in English and French, preferably English, French, Spanish and Arabic.

Shelf life:
24 months minimum

Storage and transportation:
Do not store or transport above 30 °C; transport between 15-25 degrees, store in tightly closed original container, protect from moisture.

Related products:
S1550005 Iron 60mg+Folic ac.400mcg tab/PAC (10x10)
S1550030 Iron 60mg + Folic ac. 400mcg tab/PAC-100

Alternative products:
S1580102 Micronutrient tabs, pregnancy/BLIS-30
S1580101 Micronutrients tabs, pregnancy/BOT-100