Multiple micronutrient powder


Multiple micronutrient powder is a combination of at least iron, zinc, and vitamin A. It is used to prevent malnutrition in children and during health emergencies. The target age group is generally those 6 month to 5 years of age. It is used by combining with food once a day for one or more months.
While no side effects have been documented, abdominal discomfort may potentially occur. Some versions of the product contain additional micronutrients such as vitamin C and folic acid.
It was added in 2019, to the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the safest and most effective medicines needed in a health system., more than 24 million course of treatment were distributed via UNICEF. The price is about US$0.60 per 30 doses as of 2016.

Medical use

Multiple micronutrient powder is used to prevent malnutrition in children and during health emergencies. Its use has been found to decrease the risk of anemia.