PediaMax Drops 10ml

About PediaMax Drops 10ml

PediaMax Drops 10ml Uses

• Daily Vitamin A and Vitamin D supplementation for infants and young children
• Support for normal bone and teeth development
• Support for healthy vision development
• Helps prevent Vitamin A and Vitamin D deficiency in growing children
• General immune support during early childhood

PediaMax Drops 10ml Benefits

• Easy to measure liquid drops suitable for infants who cannot swallow tablets
• Convenient once daily dosing that can be mixed into milk or juice
• Supports calcium absorption alongside Vitamin D
• Low risk OTC formula suitable for regular pediatric use

What Experts Say

Physicians recommend Vitamin A and Vitamin D drops for infants and toddlers who rely mainly on milk feeds, since exclusive breastfeeding alone often does not provide enough Vitamin D for healthy bone growth. Doctors across Pakistan commonly advise starting supplementation within the first few weeks of life.

Pediatricians generally base the dose on the child's age and weight rather than a fixed adult dose, and they usually recommend mixing the drops into milk, water or juice to make administration easier for young children. Overuse beyond the recommended daily amount is discouraged because both vitamins are fat soluble and can build up in the body over time.

Doctors typically monitor growth and bone development during routine checkups rather than through blood tests alone, unless a deficiency is specifically suspected. This combination is generally considered low risk when the labeled dose is followed, which is why physicians recommend it as a standard part of early childhood nutrition.

Drug Class

• Fat soluble vitamin supplement
• Vitamin A and Vitamin D3 combination

PediaMax Drops 10ml formula

• Vitamin A + Vitamin D3

Available forms

• Drops

How to use PediaMax Drops 10ml?

• Give PediaMax Drops 10ml by mouth as directed by the pediatrician based on the child's age and weight
• Mix the drops into milk, water or juice if the child resists the taste directly
• Use the dropper provided with the bottle to measure the correct dose
• Give at the same time each day for consistent supplementation
• Do not exceed the recommended daily dose without medical advice

Drug Interactions

• Other Vitamin Supplements: Taking additional Vitamin A or D products at the same time can raise the risk of exceeding safe daily limits.
• Calcium Supplements: Combining with high dose calcium products can increase the risk of high blood calcium levels.
• Thiazide Diuretics: These combined with Vitamin D can raise blood calcium levels further.
• Orlistat And Mineral Oil: These can reduce absorption of the fat soluble vitamins in this product.

Risks and warnings

• Vitamin A Toxicity: Excess use beyond the recommended dose can lead to Vitamin A build up since it is fat soluble.
• Vitamin D Toxicity: Overdosing can raise blood calcium levels and affect kidney function over time.
• Other Vitamin Products: Avoid combining with other multivitamin products that also contain Vitamin A or D without checking total daily intake.
• Kidney Conditions: Use with caution in children with kidney disease since Vitamin D metabolism can be affected.

PediaMax Drops 10ml Side Effects

• Mild stomach upset
• Reduced appetite with excess dosing
• Headache with very high doses
• Irritability in infants with overdosing
• Constipation in rare cases
• Skin rash as an allergic reaction (rare)
• Signs of Vitamin A or D toxicity with long term overdose such as bone pain or excessive thirst (rare)

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Do not freeze the drops
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard the bottle after the expiry date or as advised once opened