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Infuvite Pediatric IV (Multiple Vitamins for Injection ): Side Effects, Uses, Dosage, Interactions, Warnings

Infuvite Pediatric IV

Last updated on RxList: 12/2/2024

Drug Summary

What Is Infuvite Pediatric IV ?

Infuvite Pediatric (multiple vitamins for infusion) is a combination of important oil-soluble and water-soluble vitamins indicated as a daily multivitamin maintenance supplement for inflants and children up to 11 years of age receiving parenteral nutrition. Infuvite Pediatric is also indicated in other situations where administration by the intravenous route is required, such as surgery, extensive burns, fractures and other trauma, severe infectious diseases, and comatose states, which may provoke a “stress” situation with profound alterations in the body's metabolic demands and consequent tissue depletion of nutrients.

What Are Side Effects of Infuvite Pediatric IV ?

Side effects of Infuvite Pediatric are uncommon but may include:

  • rash,
  • skin redness or itching,
  • headache,
  • dizziness,
  • agitation,
  • anxiety,
  • double vision,
  • hives,
  • shortness of breath,
  • wheezing, and
  • skin swelling.

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
  • Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in your chest; shortness of breath; and sudden dizziness, lightheartedness, or passing out;
  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.

This document does not contain all possible side effects and others may occur. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.

Dosage for Infuvite Pediatric IV

A daily dose of Infuvite Pediatric (4 mL of Vial 1 plus 1 mL of Vial 2) should be added directly to not less than 100 mL of intravenous dextrose, saline or similar infusion solutions.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Infuvite Pediatric IV ?

Infuvite Pediatric may interact with anticoagulants, acetazolamide, chlorothiazide sodium, aminophylline, sodium bicarbonate, tetracycline HCl, ampicillin, phenytoin, methotrexate, levo-dopa, hydralazine, isoniazid, chloramphenicol, antibiotics, and bisulfites. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements your child uses.

Infuvite Pediatric IV During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

Infuvite Pediatric is intended for infants and children 11 years of age and under and is unlikely to be used while pregnant or breastfeeding; consult your doctor.

Additional Information

Our Infuvite Pediatric (multiple vitamins for infusion) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

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Description for Infuvite Pediatric IV

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC (multiple vitamins injection) is a sterile product consisting of 2 vials provided as a pharmacy bulk package for intravenous use:

  1. Vial 1 (40 mL Fill in 50 mL Vial); and
  2. Vial 2 (10 mL).

A pharmacy bulk package is a container of a sterile preparation for parenteral use that contains many single doses. The contents are intended for use in a pharmacy admixture program and are restricted to the preparation of admixtures for intravenous infusion [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Each 4 mL of Vial 1 contains 10 vitamins (see Table 2).

Table 2: Active Ingredients in 4 mL of Vial 1

Active Ingredient Quantity
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 80 mg
Vitamin A* (as palmitate) 2,300 IU
(equals 0.7 mg)
Vitamin D3* (cholecalciferol) 400 IU
(equals 10 mcg)
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as the hydrochloride) 1.2 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as riboflavin 5-phosphate sodium) 1.4 mg
Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6) 1 mg
Niacinamide 17 mg
Dexpanthenol (as d-pantothenyl alcohol) 5mg
Vitamin E* (dl-α-tocopheryl acetate) 7 IU (equals 7 mg)
Vitamin K1* 0.2 mg
*Polysorbate 80 is used to water solubilize the oil-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.

Inactive ingredients in Vial 1: 50 mg polysorbate 80, sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid for pH adjustment, and water for injection. Each 1 mL of Vial 2 contains 3 vitamins (see Table 3).

Table 3: Active Ingredients in 1 mL of Vial 2

Active Ingredient Quantity
Folic acid 140 mcg
Biotin 20 mcg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 1 mcg

Inactive ingredients in Vial 2: 75 mg mannitol, citric acid and/or sodium citrate for pH adjustment and water for injection.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC (multiple vitamins injection) makes available a combination of oil-soluble and water-soluble vitamins in an aqueous solution, formulated for incorporation into intravenous solutions. The liposoluble vitamins A, D, E, and K have been solubilized in an aqueous medium with polysorbate 80, permitting intravenous administration of these vitamins.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains no more than 30 mcg/L of aluminum (combined Vials 1 and 2).

Uses for Infuvite Pediatric IV

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is a combination of vitamins indicated for the prevention of vitamin deficiency in pediatric patients up to 11 years of age receiving parenteral nutrition.

The physician should not await the development of clinical signs of vitamin deficiency before initiating vitamin therapy.

Dosage for Infuvite Pediatric IV

Important Dosage And Administration Instructions

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is a combination product that contains the following vitamins: ascorbic acid, vitamin A, vitamin D, thiamine, riboflavin, pyridoxine, niacinamide, dexpanthenol, vitamin E, vitamin K1, folic acid, biotin, and vitamin B12.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is supplied as a single dose or as a pharmacy bulk package for intravenous use intended for administration by intravenous infusion after dilution:

  • INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single Dose consists of two vials. A weight-based volume from each vial must be added directly to dextrose or saline solution prior to intravenous administration [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].
  • INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package consists of two pharmacy bulk vials which must be mixed prior to use. The mixed solution will provide multiple daily doses which must be diluted prior to intravenous administration. Pharmacy bulk package of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is intended for dispensing of single doses to multiple patients in a pharmacy admixture program and is restricted to the preparation of admixtures for infusion [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Dosage Information

The recommended daily dosage volume is based on the patient's actual weight: less than 1 kg, 1 kg to less than 3 kg, and 3 kg or greater.

Patients with multiple vitamin deficiencies or with increased vitamin requirements may need multiple daily dosages as indicated or additional doses of individual vitamins. Supplemental vitamin A may be required for low-birth weight infants.

Additional daily dosages of Vitamin E in infants are not recommended [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single Dose (see Table 1):

One daily dose of Vial 1 (1.2 mL, 2.6 mL or 4 mL) and one daily dose of Vial 2 (0.3 mL, 0.65 mL or 1 mL) based on the patient’s weight are added directly to a specified volume of an intravenous fluid [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION] (see Table 1).

Table 1: Recommended Weight-Based Dosage of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single-Dose

Less than 1 kg 1 kg to less than 3 kg 3 kg or greater
Daily Dosage Volume - Vial 1 1.2 mL 2.6 mL 4 mL
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 24 mg g m 2 5 80 mg
Vitamin A (as palmitate) 690 IU (equals 0.2 mg) 1495 IU (equals 0.5 mg) 2,300 IU (equals 0.7 mg)
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 120 IU (equals 3 mcg) 260 IU (equals 7 mcg) 400 IU (equals 10 mcg)
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as the hydrochloride) 0.4 mg 0.8 mg 12 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as riboflavin 5-phosphate sodium) 0.4 mg 0.9 mg 1.4 mg
Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6) 0.3 mg 0.7 mg 1 mg
Niacinamide 5.1 mg 11.1 mg 17 mg
Dexpanthenol (as d-pantothenyl alcohol) 15 mg 3.3 mg 5 mg
Vitamin E (d/-a-tocopheryl acetate) 2.1 IU (equals 2 mg) 4.6 IU (equals 5 mg) 7 IU (equals 7 mg)
Vitamin K1 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 0.2 mg
Daily Dosage Volume - Vial 2 0.3 mL 0.65 mL 1 mL
Folic acid 42 mcg 91 mcg 140 mcg
Biotin 6 mcg 13 mcg 20 mcg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 0.3 mcg 0.7 mcg 1 mcg

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package (see Table 2)

The recommended daily dosage volume of combined content of vials 1 and 2 (1.5 mL, 3.25 mL or 5 mL) is based on the patient’s weight and then added directly to the specific volume of an intravenous fluid [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Table 2: Recommended Weight-Based Dosage of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package

Less than 1 kg 1 kg to less than 3 kg 3 kg or greater
Daily Dosage Volume (combined contents of Vial 1 and Vial 2) 1.5 mL 3.25 mL 5 mL
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 24 mg g m 2 5 80 mg
Vitamin A (as palmitate) 690 IU (equals 0.2 mg) 1495 IU (equals 0.5 mg) 2,300 IU (equals 0.7 mg)
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) 120 IU (equals 3 mcg) 260 IU (equals 7 mcg) 400 IU (equals 10 mcg)
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) (as the hydrochloride) 0.4 mg 0.8 mg 12 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) (as riboflavin 5-phosphate sodium) 0.4 mg 0.9 mg 1.4 mg
Pyridoxine HCl (Vitamin B6) 0.3 mg 0.7 mg 1 mg
Niacinamide g m 5. 11.1 mg 17 mg
Dexpanthenol (as d-pantothenyl alcohol) 15 mg 3.3 mg 5 mg
Vitamin E (d/-a-tocopheryl acetate) 2.1 IU (equals 2 mg) 4.6 IU (equals 5 mg) 7 IU (equals 7 mg)
Vitamin K1 0.1 mg 0.1 mg 0.2 mg
Folic acid 42 mcg 91 mcg 140 mcg
Biotin 6 mcg 13 mcg 20 mcg
Vitamin B12 (cyanocobalamin) 0.3 mcg 0.7 mcg 1 mcg

Preparation And Administration Instructions

Do not administer INFUVITE PEDIATRIC as a direct, undiluted intravenous injection as it may cause dizziness, faintness, and possible tissue irritation.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single Dose
  • Use only in a suitable work area such as a laminar flow hood (or an equivalent clean air compounding area).
  • Add one weight-based dose of Vial 1 (1.2 mL, 2.6 mL or 4 mL) and one weight-based dose of Vial 2 (0.3 mL, 0.65 mL or 1 mL) directly to at least 100 mL of intravenous dextrose or saline solution.
  • Discard unused portion.
  • Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration.
  • After INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is diluted in an intravenous infusion, refrigerate the resulting solution unless it is to be used immediately, and use the solution within 24 hours after dilution.
  • Minimize exposure to light because some of the vitamins in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, particularly A, D and riboflavin, are light sensitive.
INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package
  • Use only in a suitable work area such as a laminar flow hood (or an equivalent clean air compounding area).
  • Transfer the contents of Vial 2 (10 mL of solution) into the contents of Vial 1 (40 mL of solution). The mixed solution (50 mL) will provide thirty-three 1.5 mL single doses, fifteen 3.25 mL single doses or ten 5 mL single doses.
  • Each bulk vial closure shall be penetrated only one time with a suitable sterile transfer device or dispensing set that allows measured dispensing of the contents.
  • Once the closure system has been penetrated, complete dispensing from the pharmacy bulk vial should be completed within 4 hours. The mixed solution may be refrigerated and stored for up to 4 hours.
  • Discard unused portion.
  • Visually inspect for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration.
  • Add one dose directly to at least 100 mL of intravenous dextrose or saline solution for each patient.
  • After INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is diluted in an intravenous infusion, refrigerate the resulting solution unless it is to be used immediately, and use the solution within 24 hours after dilution.
  • Minimize exposure to light because some of the vitamins in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, particularly A, D and riboflavin, are light sensitive.

Monitoring Vitamin Blood Levels

Blood vitamin concentrations should be monitored to ensure maintenance of adequate levels, particularly in patients receiving parenteral multivitamins as the only source of vitamins for long periods of time.

Drug Incompatibilities

  • INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is not physically compatible with moderately alkaline solutions such as a sodium bicarbonate solution and other alkaline drugs such as acetazolamide sodium, aminophylline, ampicillin sodium, tetracycline HCl and chlorothiazide sodium.
  • Folic acid is unstable in the presence of calcium salts such as calcium gluconate.
  • Vitamin A and thiamine in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC may react with bisulfite solutions such as sodium bisulfite or vitamin K bisulfite.
  • Do not add INFUVITE PEDIATRIC directly to intravenous fat emulsions.
  • Consult appropriate references for additional listings of physical and chemical compatibility of solutions and drugs with the vitamin infusion when needed. If incompatibilities are identified, avoid admixture or Y-site administration with vitamin solutions.

HOW SUPPLIED

Dosage Forms And Strengths

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single Dose is an injection consisting of two single-dose vials labeled Vial 1 (4 mL) and Vial 2 (1 mL). For the vitamin strengths [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION and DESCRIPTION].

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package is an injection consisting of two vials labeled Vial 1 (40 mL Fill in 50 mL Vial) and Vial 2 (10 mL). The mixed solution (50 mL) will provide thirty-three 1.5 mL single doses, fifteen 3.25 Ml single doses or ten 5 mL single doses. For the vitamin strengths [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION and DESCRIPTION].

Vial 1 (Single Dose and Pharmacy Bulk Package) is supplied as clear, yellow to orange liquid in amber glass vial, closed with a rubber stopper, clear aluminum seal and a blue flip-off.

Vial 2 (Single Dose and Pharmacy Bulk Package) is supplied as clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid in amber glass vial closed with a rubber stopper, clear aluminum seal and pink flip-off.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC (multiple vitamins injection) is supplied as follows:

Vial 1 (Single Dose and Pharmacy Bulk Package) is supplied as clear, yellow to orange liquid in amber glass vial, closed with a rubber stopper, clear aluminum seal and a blue flip-off.

Vial 2 (Single Dose and Pharmacy Bulk Package) is supplied as clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid in amber glass vial closed with a rubber stopper, clear aluminum seal and pink flip-off.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Single Dose

Carton contains total ten single-dose vials NDC 54643-5646-1
Five of Vial 1 (4 mL) NDC 54643-5648-1
Five of Vial 2 (1 mL) NDC 54643-5651-1

One Vial 1 plus one Vial 2 to be used for a single dose [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC Pharmacy Bulk Package

Carton contains total two vials NDC 54643-5647-0
One Vial 1 (40 mL fill in 50 mL) NDC 54643-5653-0
One Vial 2 (10 mL) NDC 54643-5655-0

Mixed contents of Vial 2 with Vial 1 provide thirty-three 1.5 mL single doses, fifteen 3.25 mL single doses or 10 single 5 mL doses [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Storage And Handling

Minimize exposure of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC to light because vitamins A, D and riboflavin are light sensitive.

Store under refrigeration 2°C to 8° C (36°F to 46° F).

Manufactured for Sandoz Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540. Distributed by: Baxter Healthcare Corporation Deerfield, IL 60015 USA. Revised: Nov 2024

Side Effects for Infuvite Pediatric IV

The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling.

  • Allergic reactions to thiamine [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].
  • Hypervitaminosis A [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS]

The following adverse reactions have been identified during postapproval use of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure.

Dermatologic: rash, erythema, pruritis

CNS: headache, dizziness, agitation, anxiety

Ophthalmic: diplopia

Drug Interactions for Infuvite Pediatric IV

A number of interactions between vitamins and drugs have been reported. The following are examples of these types of interactions.

Drug Interactions Affecting Co-Administered Drugs

Warfarin

Vitamin K, a component of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, antagonizes the anticoagulant action of warfarin. In patients who are co-administered warfarin and INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, blood levels of prothrombin/INR should be monitored to determine if dose of warfarin needs to be adjusted [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Antibiotics

Thiamine, riboflavin, pyridoxine, niacinamide, and ascorbic acid decrease antibiotic activities of erythromycin, kanamycin, streptomycin, doxycycline, and lincomycin.

Bleomycin

Ascorbic acid and riboflavin inactivate bleomycin in vitro, thus the activity of bleomycin may be reduced.

Levodopa

Pyridoxine may increase the metabolism of levodopa (decrease blood levels of levodopa) and decrease its efficacy.

Phenytoin

Folic acid may increase phenytoin metabolism and lower the serum concentration of phenytoin resulting in increased seizure activity.

Methotrexate

Folic acid may decrease a patient’s response to methotrexate therapy.

Drug Interactions Affecting Vitamin Levels

Hydralazine, Isoniazid

Concomitant administration of hydralazine or isoniazid may increase pyridoxine requirements.

Phenytoin

Phenytoin may decrease serum folic acid concentrations.

Warnings for Infuvite Pediatric IV

Included as part of the PRECAUTIONS section.

Precautions for Infuvite Pediatric IV

Aluminum Toxicity

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains aluminum that may be toxic. Aluminum may reach toxic levels with prolonged parenteral administration in pediatric patients with renal impairment. Premature neonates are particularly at risk because their kidneys are immature, and they require large amounts of calcium and phosphate solution, which contain aluminum.

Research indicates that patients with impaired kidney function, including premature neonates who receive parenteral levels of aluminum at greater than 4 to 5 mcg/kg/day accumulate aluminum at levels associated with central nervous system and bone toxicity. Tissue loading may occur at even lower rates of administration. To prevent aluminum toxicity periodically monitor aluminum levels with prolonged parenteral administration of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC.

Allergic Reactions To Thiamine

Allergic reactions such as urticaria, shortness of breath, wheezing and angioedema have been reported following intravenous administration of thiamine, which is found in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC. There have been rare reports of anaphylaxis following intravenous doses of thiamine. No fatal anaphylaxis associated with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has been reported.

Hypervitaminosis A

Hypervitaminosis A, manifested by nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision has been reported in patients with renal failure receiving 1.5 mg/day retinol and in patients with liver disease. Therefore, supplementation of renal failure patients and patients with liver disease with vitamin A, an ingredient found in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, should be undertaken with caution [see Use In Specific Populations]. Blood levels of Vitamin A should be monitored periodically.

Decreased Anticoagulant Effect Of Warfarin

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains Vitamin K which may decrease the anticoagulant action of warfarin. In patients who are on warfarin anticoagulant therapy receiving INFUVITE PEDIATRIC monitor blood levels of prothrombin/INR to determine if dose of warfarin needs to be adjusted.

Interference With Diagnosis Of Megaloblastic Anemia

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains folic acid and cyanocobalamin which can mask serum deficiencies of folic acid and cyanocobalamin in patients with megaloblastic anemia. Avoid the use of INFUVITE PEDIATRICS in patients with suspected or diagnosed megaloblastic anemia prior to blood sampling for the detection of the folic acid and cyanocobalamin deficiencies.

Potential To Develop Vitamin Deficiencies Or Excesses

In patients receiving parenteral multivitamins such as with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC, blood vitamin concentrations should be periodically monitored to determine if vitamin deficiencies or excesses are developing. INFUVITE PEDIATRIC may not correct long-standing specific vitamin deficiencies. The administration of additional doses of specific vitamins may be required [see DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION].

Interference With Urine Glucose Testing

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains vitamin C which is also known as ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid in the urine may cause false negative urine glucose results.

Vitamin E Overdose In Infants Receiving Additional Vitamin E

Additional vitamin E supplementations of patients receiving INFUVITE PEDIATRIC may result in elevated blood concentrations of vitamin E and potential vitamin E toxicity in infants. Avoid additional oral or parental doses of vitamin E in infants. Daily dose of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains adequate concentrations of vitamin E required to achieve normal blood levels of vitamin E.

Risk Of Low Vitamin A Levels

Lower vitamin A concentrations may occur after administration of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC due to the adherence of Vitamin A to plastic. Monitor blood vitamin A concentrations periodically. Additional administration of therapeutic doses of vitamin A may be required, especially in low-birth weight infants.

Risk Of E-Ferol Syndrome In Low-Birth Weight Infants

E-Ferol syndrome manifested by thrombocytopenia, renal dysfunction, hepatomegaly, cholestasis, ascites, hypotension and metabolic acidosis has been reported in low-birth weight infants following administration of polysorbates which are found in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC. No E-Ferol syndrome associated with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has been reported.

Nonclinical Toxicology

Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment Of Fertility

Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, and fertility studies have not been performed with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC.

Use In Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Risk Summary

Administration of the approved recommended dose of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC in parental nutrition is not expected to cause major birth defects, miscarriage, or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Pregnant patients should follow the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances for pregnancy because their vitamin requirements may exceed those of nonpregnant patients. Deficiency of essential vitamins may result in adverse pregnancy outcomes (see Clinical Considerations). Animal reproduction studies have not been conducted with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC.

The estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage for the indicated population is unknown. All pregnancies have a background risk of birth defect, loss, or other adverse outcomes. In the U.S. general population, the estimated background risk of major birth defects and miscarriage in clinically recognized pregnancies is 2-4% and 15- 20%, respectively.

Clinical Considerations

Disease-Associated Maternal And/Or Embryo-Fetal Risk

Deficiency of essential vitamins has been associated with adverse pregnancy and fetal outcomes, such as maternal folic acid deficiency and an increased risk of neural tube defects. Therefore, parenteral nutrition with multiple vitamins injection should be considered if a pregnant patient’s nutritional requirements cannot be fulfilled by oral or enteral intake.

Lactation

Risk Summary

Multiple vitamins present in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC are also present in human milk. Administration of the approved recommended dose of Infuvite Pediatric in parental nutrition is not expected to cause harm to a breastfed infant. There is no information on the effects of Infuvite Pediatric on milk production. Lactating patients should follow the U.S. Recommended Daily Allowances for their condition, because their vitamin requirements may exceed those of nonlactating patients. The developmental and health benefits of breastfeeding should be considered along with the mother’s clinical need for INFUVITE PEDIATRIC and any potential adverse effects on the breastfed child from INFUVITE PEDIATRIC or from the underlying maternal condition.

Pediatric Use

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is approved for the prevention of vitamin deficiency in pediatric patients up to 11 years old receiving parenteral nutrition. INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has not been studied in pediatric patients older than 11 years.

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC contains aluminum that may be toxic for premature neonates. Aluminum levels should be monitored periodically during administration of INFUVITE PEDIATRIC to premature neonates [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Additional vitamin E supplementations of infants receiving INFUVITE PEDIATRIC may result in elevated blood concentrations of vitamin E and potential vitamin E toxicity [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

E-Ferol syndrome has been reported in low-birth weight infants following administration of polysorbates which are found in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC. No E-Ferol syndrome associated with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has been reported [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Renal Impairment

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has not been studied in patients with renal impairment. Monitor renal function, calcium, phosphorus and vitamin A levels in patients with renal impairment [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Hepatic Impairment

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC has not been studied in patients with liver impairment. Monitor vitamin A levels in patients with liver disease [see WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS].

Overdose Information for Infuvite Pediatric IV

Signs and symptoms of acute or chronic overdosage may be those of individual INFUVITE PEDIATRIC component toxicity. There is no clinical experience with INFUVITE PEDIATRIC overdosage.

Contraindications for Infuvite Pediatric IV

INFUVITE PEDIATRIC is contraindicated in patients who have:

  • An existing hypervitaminosis, or
  • A history of hypersensitivity to any vitamins or excipients contained in this formulation.

Clinical Pharmacology for Infuvite Pediatric IV

No information provided.

Patient Information for Infuvite Pediatric IV

Instruct caregiver(s) and patients (if age appropriate):

  • To watch for signs of allergic reactions such as urticaria, shortness of breath, wheezing and angioedema since hypersensitivity reactions may occur to any of the vitamins or excipients contained in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC.
  • To watch for and immediately report nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, especially if patients have renal impairment, as these may be signs of hypervitaminosis A.
  • To report other adverse reactions that patients may experience such as rash, erythema, pruritus, headache, dizziness, agitation, anxiety, and diplopia.
  • Patients on warfarin anticoagulant therapy will be monitored periodically with blood prothrombin/ INR levels to determine if the dose of warfarin needs to be adjusted.
  • About the significance of periodic monitoring of blood vitamin concentrations to determine if vitamin deficiencies or excesses are developing and the need to monitor renal function, calcium, phosphorus, aluminum and vitamin A levels in patients with renal impairment.
  • That INFUVITE PEDIATRIC should be avoided in patients with suspected or diagnosed megaloblastic anemia prior to blood sampling for the detection of the folic acid and cyanocobalamin deficiencies.
  • That vitamin C (ascorbic acid) contained in INFUVITE PEDIATRIC may cause false negative urine glucose results.
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