Description
Ferrogun
Description
Ferroguna is a food supplement based on iron, copper, vitamin C, with dehydrated pulp of the baobab fruit. It is also recommended as a support in situations of tiredness or weakness, as well as in cases of:
-increased iron requirement:
· during pregnancy Ferroguna is compatible with specific LARN and its daily intake does not involve risks of overdose of the individual elements;
· in the puerperium, during breastfeeding, growth, senescence, during sporting activity.
-decreased intestinal absorption of iron: dietary deficiencies and intestinal alterations that can compromise its absorption.
-increased physiological loss: heavy menstruation or in situations of gastrointestinal alterations.
In practical orosoluble sachets, it dissolves directly in the mouth without water and is rapidly assimilated.
Ingredients
Sweetener: sorbitol; baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) fruit pulp, ferrous fumarate, L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C); acidity regulator: citric acid; natural flavouring; stabilizer: gum arabic (acacia gum); anti-caking agent: silicon dioxide; sweetener: steviol glycosides; copper citrate.
Nutritional characteristics
*NRV: Nutrient Reference Values.
How to use
Dissolve the contents of the sachet directly in the mouth without water. Ferroguna can be taken continuously even for long periods under medical supervision.
Warnings
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age. The product contains polyalcohols: excessive consumption may have laxative effects. Supplements should not be considered as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Conservation
Store the product in a cool, dry place, away from light. The expiry date refers to the product correctly stored, in an intact package.
Format
Pack of 28 orosoluble sachets.
Net weight 47.6 g.
Bibliography
Iron
1. A. Roncuzzi et Al. “Efficacy and tolerability of Ferroguna versus iron sulphate in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy: a controlled non-inferiority study”. - Italian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Vol.XXXIV - n.6 November-December 2012
2. Liu ta-Chih et Al "Comparison of a combination ferrous fumarate product and polysaccharide iron complex as treatments of iron deficiency anemia" - Int. J. Hematol 2004 Dec; 80(5): 416-20.
3. Milman N, Bergholt T, Eriksen L, Ahring K, Graudal NA. Iron requirements and iron balance during pregnancy. Is iron supplementation needed for pregnant women? Ugeskr Laeger. 1997;159(41):6057-62.
Baobab
4. Folasade SI, Olukemi OA, Jones MO. Management of sickle cell anemia in Nigeria with medicinal plants: cationic evaluation of extracts and possible effects on the efficacy. Journal of biological Sciences 2006;6(1):100-2.
5. Prentice A, Laskey MA, Shaw J, Hudson GJ, Day KC, Jarjou LM, Dibba B, et al. The calcium and phosphorus intakes of rural Gambian women during pregnancy and lactation. Br J Nutr. 1993;69(3):885-96.
6. Al-Qarawi AA, Al-Damegh MA, El-Mougy SA. Hepatoprotective influence of Adansonia digitata pulp. Journal of Herbs, Spices & Medicinal Plants. 2003;10(3):1-6.
7. Nnam NM. Baobab fruit pulp (Adansonia digitata L.) improves iron status in Nigerian children. Report of the 2004 International Nutritional Anemia Consultative Group symposium on iron deficiency in early life: challenges and progress held in Lima, Peru on 18 November, 2004. p. 74.
8. Ramadan A, Harraz FM, El-Mougy SA. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects of the fruit pulp of Adansonia digitata. Phytotherapy, 1993;65:418-22.
9. Tal-Dia A, Toure K, Sarr O, Sarr M, Cisse MF, Garnier P, Wone I. A baobab solution for the prevention and treatment of acute dehydration in infantile diarrhea. Dakar Med. 1997;42(1):68-73.
Vitamin C and copper
10. De Magistris R, Ciaramella B, Nutrients and chronic-degenerative diseases. Milan: GUNA Editore, 2000.
11. Kirschmann GJ, Kirschmann JD. Nutrition Almanac, Fourth Edition. Rome: Alfa Omega Editrice, 1999.
Ferroguna is a food supplement based on iron, copper, vitamin C, with dehydrated pulp of the baobab fruit. It is also recommended as a support in situations of tiredness or weakness, as well as in cases of:
-increased iron requirement:
· during pregnancy Ferroguna is compatible with specific LARN and its daily intake does not involve risks of overdose of the individual elements;
· in the puerperium, during breastfeeding, growth, senescence, during sporting activity.
-decreased intestinal absorption of iron: dietary deficiencies and intestinal alterations that can compromise its absorption.
-increased physiological loss: heavy menstruation or in situations of gastrointestinal alterations.
In practical orosoluble sachets, it dissolves directly in the mouth without water and is rapidly assimilated.
Ingredients
Sweetener: sorbitol; baobab (Adansonia digitata L.) fruit pulp, ferrous fumarate, L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C); acidity regulator: citric acid; natural flavouring; stabilizer: gum arabic (acacia gum); anti-caking agent: silicon dioxide; sweetener: steviol glycosides; copper citrate.
Nutritional characteristics
| Average values | per 100 g | per envelope |
| Energy | 1.155 kJ 276 kcal |
20 kJ 5 kcal |
| Fats of which saturated |
0.23 g 0 g |
0 g 0 g |
| Carbohydrates of which sugars |
80.78 g 13.84 g |
1.37 g 0.24 g |
| Proteins | 0.61 g | 0.01 g |
| Salt | 0.02 g | 0 g |
| Iron | 823.5 mg | 14 mg (100% NRV*) |
| Vitamin C | 1,764.7 mg | 30 mg (38% NRV*) |
| Baobab fruit pulp | 38.2 g | 650 mg |
How to use
Dissolve the contents of the sachet directly in the mouth without water. Ferroguna can be taken continuously even for long periods under medical supervision.
Warnings
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age. The product contains polyalcohols: excessive consumption may have laxative effects. Supplements should not be considered as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Conservation
Store the product in a cool, dry place, away from light. The expiry date refers to the product correctly stored, in an intact package.
Format
Pack of 28 orosoluble sachets.
Net weight 47.6 g.
Bibliography
Iron
1. A. Roncuzzi et Al. “Efficacy and tolerability of Ferroguna versus iron sulphate in the treatment of iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy: a controlled non-inferiority study”. - Italian Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology Vol.XXXIV - n.6 November-December 2012
2. Liu ta-Chih et Al "Comparison of a combination ferrous fumarate product and polysaccharide iron complex as treatments of iron deficiency anemia" - Int. J. Hematol 2004 Dec; 80(5): 416-20.
3. Milman N, Bergholt T, Eriksen L, Ahring K, Graudal NA. Iron requirements and iron balance during pregnancy. Is iron supplementation needed for pregnant women? Ugeskr Laeger. 1997;159(41):6057-62.
Baobab
4. Folasade SI, Olukemi OA, Jones MO. Management of sickle cell anemia in Nigeria with medicinal plants: cationic evaluation of extracts and possible effects on the efficacy. Journal of biological Sciences 2006;6(1):100-2.
5. Prentice A, Laskey MA, Shaw J, Hudson GJ, Day KC, Jarjou LM, Dibba B, et al. The calcium and phosphorus intakes of rural Gambian women during pregnancy and lactation. Br J Nutr. 1993;69(3):885-96.
6. Al-Qarawi AA, Al-Damegh MA, El-Mougy SA. Hepatoprotective influence of Adansonia digitata pulp. Journal of Herbs, Spices & Medicinal Plants. 2003;10(3):1-6.
7. Nnam NM. Baobab fruit pulp (Adansonia digitata L.) improves iron status in Nigerian children. Report of the 2004 International Nutritional Anemia Consultative Group symposium on iron deficiency in early life: challenges and progress held in Lima, Peru on 18 November, 2004. p. 74.
8. Ramadan A, Harraz FM, El-Mougy SA. Anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects of the fruit pulp of Adansonia digitata. Phytotherapy, 1993;65:418-22.
9. Tal-Dia A, Toure K, Sarr O, Sarr M, Cisse MF, Garnier P, Wone I. A baobab solution for the prevention and treatment of acute dehydration in infantile diarrhea. Dakar Med. 1997;42(1):68-73.
Vitamin C and copper
10. De Magistris R, Ciaramella B, Nutrients and chronic-degenerative diseases. Milan: GUNA Editore, 2000.
11. Kirschmann GJ, Kirschmann JD. Nutrition Almanac, Fourth Edition. Rome: Alfa Omega Editrice, 1999.
