Aura Care Kids Iron 15ML

Aura Care Kids Iron - drops for children 15 ml

Iron from the Aura Care KIDS line is a 15 ml dropper bottle, based on iron diglycinate with added vitamin C. In a daily portion, which is ten drops, the manufacturer declares 5 mg of iron, corresponding to 36% of the reference intake value for an adult, and 20 mg of vitamin C, which is 25% of that value. Vitamin C is not an accidental addition here - the manufacturer calls it an absorption activator, as it supports the absorption of iron from food. The portion is measured in drops, diluted in water or juice, and given once a day, preferably during a meal. The number of drops increases with age, from four for a two-year-old to ten for a teenager. The flavor is built from concentrated orange juice. Do not mix the drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products, as calcium hinders iron absorption. The manufacturer also warns that a natural sediment may appear in the bottle, which is not a defect of the product.

Ingredients

The content in a daily portion, which is ten drops, according to the manufacturer’s list:

• Iron (iron diglycinate II) - 5 mg (36% RI)
• Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) - 20 mg (25% RI)
• Other ingredients: filtered water, vegetable glycerin, concentrated orange juice

This formulation is determined by the chemical form of iron. Iron diglycinate is an amino acid chelate, meaning the element is bound to two molecules of glycine, rather than a classic inorganic salt like sulfate. The manufacturer emphasizes that this is a form commonly used in pediatric preparations and is usually better tolerated by the gastrointestinal tract. The second decision is the presence of vitamin C in the same portion: 20 mg of L-ascorbic acid serves to support iron absorption, hence the name “absorption activator” in the manufacturer’s description. The rest of the list is very short and consists of three items: filtered water, vegetable glycerin, and concentrated orange juice as a flavoring ingredient. The manufacturer warns that a natural sediment may appear in the bottle and notes that this is not a defect of the product, so before each use, the bottle should be shaken well to ensure the measured portion corresponds to the declared content. The list of active ingredients is limited to iron and vitamin C, making it easy to compare the preparation with what the child receives from other sources.

Specification

• Form: liquid in drops, bottle with a dropper
• Volume: 15 ml
• Full daily portion: 10 drops
• Iron in the full portion: 5 mg (36% RI), in the form of iron diglycinate II
• Vitamin C in the full portion: 20 mg (25% RI)
• Flavor: orange, from concentrated fruit juice
• Allergens and gluten: check the packaging label
• Storage: dry and cool place, at a temperature of 15°C-25°C, protect from light, do not freeze

How to use

Before use, shake the bottle well. Add the measured number of drops to water, juice, or another cool liquid and administer immediately after preparation, once a day, preferably during a meal. Do not mix the drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products that hinder iron absorption.

• 1-2 years: 4 drops per day
• 3-6 years: 6 drops per day
• 7-12 years: 8 drops per day
• 13-16 years: 10 drops per day
• Use once a day, during a meal, and do not exceed ten drops

For whom

The manufacturer targets this preparation at children with strong food selectivity, on plant-based and elimination diets, as well as teenagers during periods of rapid growth. The liquid format has two advantages: there is no need to swallow a tablet, and the portion can be adjusted to age by changing only the number of drops. The chelated form and orange flavor address two of the most common complaints regarding iron preparations for children - tolerance and aftertaste. However, it should be noted that caution is greater with iron than with other ingredients. The manufacturer lists absolute contraindications: hemochromatosis and other conditions involving excess iron, iron poisoning, and liver failure. It also mentions relative contraindications that require consultation: chronic kidney and liver diseases and simultaneous use of other iron preparations. Iron supplementation in a child should be based on test results rather than just impressions, so a conversation with a pediatrician before purchase is more appropriate than with most preparations in this line.

Frequently asked questions

How much iron is in a daily portion?

In a full portion of ten drops, the manufacturer declares 5 mg of iron, which is 36% of the reference intake value for an adult, and 20 mg of vitamin C, which is 25% of that value. For younger children, the portion is smaller, as the number of drops increases with age - from four drops to ten.

When should these drops not be given?

The manufacturer lists absolute contraindications: hemochromatosis and other conditions involving excess iron, iron poisoning, and liver failure. In cases of chronic kidney and liver diseases and when using other iron preparations, consultation with a doctor is required before starting supplementation. The manufacturer provides both lists directly on the product card.

Why should drops not be mixed with milk?

Calcium hinders iron absorption, which is why the manufacturer recommends not mixing the drops directly with milk or calcium-rich products. It is best to dilute the portion in water or juice and administer during a meal that is not dairy-based. It is also advisable to maintain a distance from milk and cheese during subsequent meals that day.

Where does the sediment in the bottle come from?

The manufacturer warns that a natural sediment may appear in the liquid and clearly states that it does not constitute a defect of the product. Therefore, before each use, the bottle should be shaken well - only then does the measured portion correspond to the declared content of ingredients. The manufacturer notes that the sediment indicates the presence of natural ingredients.

Variants and category

In the same Aura Care KIDS line, there are other mineral and vitamin drops: drops with B vitamins and drops with magnesium. You can view the full offer of the brand in the Supplements category.

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Safety and storage

The product is a dietary supplement intended for children and is not a medical product. Before adding the iron preparation to a child’s diet, consult a pediatrician. Do not use in cases of hemochromatosis and other conditions involving excess iron, iron poisoning, and liver failure. In cases of chronic kidney and liver diseases and with other iron preparations, consultation with a doctor is required. Store in a dry and cool place, at a temperature of 15°C-25°C, protecting from light, do not freeze, and keep out of reach of small children.

Do not exceed the recommended daily portion. The dietary supplement does not replace a varied diet or a healthy lifestyle for the child.

Do you have questions about the ingredients or the portion for your child? Write or call - at u Bucha we advise before purchase, not after. You can also find the entire Aura Care KIDS line in our stationary stores in Warsaw.