Pharmaceutical Care in the Use of Vitamin-Mineral Complexes for Women During Pregnancy and Lactation
September 2022
in “
Ukraïnsʹkij naukovo-medičnij molodìžnij žurnal
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TLDR Quality pharmaceutical care is crucial for safe and effective use of vitamin-mineral supplements during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
The document reviews the importance of pharmaceutical care in the use of vitamin-mineral complexes for women during pregnancy and lactation. It highlights the necessity of appropriate vitamin and mineral supplementation to ensure maternal and fetal health, prevent deficiencies, and improve pregnancy outcomes. The review includes various studies and guidelines that emphasize the benefits of vitamins such as A, C, D, and E, as well as minerals like zinc, in reducing risks of complications like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and anemia. It also discusses the role of healthcare providers in advising and managing supplementation to optimize maternal and infant health.
