Vitamin D is needed for normal growth and development of bone in children. Moreover it contributes to the maintenance of normal bones and teeth and to the maintenance of normal muscle function. Vitamin D also contributes to normal absorption/utilisation of calcium and phosphorus, to normal blood calcium levels and to the normal function of the immune system.
It is recommended to supplement vitamin D form the first days of life, regardless of how the newborn is fed (breast milk/infant formula). From birth until the 6th month of life it is recommended to supplement 400 IU of vitamin D/day. From the 6th until the 12th month of life it is recommended to supplement 400-600 IU of vitamin D/day, depending on the dietary supply of vitamin D.
Product provides approximately 100 doses.