Centrum Conception

Q. Are the products of the Centrum maternal range drugs?

A: No, Centrum Pregnancy + DHA Omega-3 and Conception are food supplements, specifically designed to help support the diet of the woman who is trying to get pregnant, who is pregnant or who has already given birth.

Q. Why take food supplements before conception, during pregnancy and during breastfeeding?

A: In these stages of life, the nutritional requirement for many vitamins and minerals increases and a woman's nutritional needs change specifically depending on whether she is trying to conceive, is pregnant, or has already given birth. This is why the Centrum maternal range can help, as a supplement to a varied and balanced diet, to satisfy the different nutritional needs in the main stages of motherhood.

Q. Why start taking Centrum conception, before conception?

A: Centrum conception is a multivitamin, which supports the nutritional needs of women trying to conceive. For a couple planning a pregnancy, it is not possible to know with certainty when conception will occur. The preconception period is extremely important for the health of the unborn child as it significantly affects the development and growth of the embryo. It is therefore important that a woman takes care of her health before pregnancy, when she is not yet or does not know that she is pregnant.

Q. How does Centrum conception support the benefits of the woman planning a pregnancy?

A: Centrum Conception is a specifically formulated pre-conception multivitamin. It contains high levels of vitamins and minerals including folic acid, important during pre-conception to ensure sufficient levels for when you become pregnant and throughout the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. It also contains zinc which supports normal fertility and reproductive functions.

Q. Can the iodine present in Centrum Conception formulations cause problems for women who suffer from thyroid dysfunction?

A: During pregnancy there is an additional need for increased iodine intake due to increased maternal thyroid hormone production and the iodine uptake by the foetus, placenta and amniotic fluid. To meet these increased demands the adequate intake recommended by the European Food Safety Authority for pregnant women with normal thyroid function is 200 ug/day, with Centrum Conception contributing 150 ug/day of this. If you suffer from thyroid dysfunction, always consult your doctor or gynaecologist before taking any food supplement.

Q. What differences are there between Centrum Women and Centrum Conception?

A: Centrum Women is a multivitamin, specially formulated to support the needs of women. It contains recommended levels of folic acid, which helps contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue; Calcium, essential for the maintenance of normal bones; Iron, which contributes to the formation of red blood cells, which copes with the periodic blood losses linked to the menstrual cycle. Centrum Conception presents a specific pre-conception formula: in line with EFSA recommendations, folic acid levels have been increased to 400μg, doubling the intake compared to women in normal physiological conditions. An adequate intake of folic acid is important if you are planning a pregnancy, to have sufficient levels when you become pregnant. Compared to Centrum Women, zinc is also present in higher quantities, to support fertility and reproduction.

Q. Can they create risks of overdose?

A: No, the intake of food supplements from the Centrum maternal range does not give rise to accumulation phenomena, in compliance with the instructions for use. It is recommended not to exceed the recommended daily dose.

Q. What should I do in case of overdose?

A: It is recommended not to exceed the recommended daily dose. In case of accidental overdose, contact your doctor.

Q. Can they be taken on a continuous basis?

A: The Centrum maternal range is designed to support the different nutritional needs in the main phases of motherhood: from conception to pregnancy itself up to postpartum. Being food supplements, they can be taken, in compliance with the instructions for use, even for prolonged periods* of time.
*if you take food supplements for prolonged periods it is recommended to periodically consult your doctor.

Q. What are the recommended dosages and methods of use?

A: For Centrum Conception we recommend 1 tablet per day, ideally consumed following food/the main meal.

Q. I have difficulty swallowing tablets. Is it possible to chew or break the tablets of the Centrum maternal range products in half to make them easier to take?

A: The swallowable tablets of the Centrum maternal range products cannot be chewed, but can be manually broken into two portions to facilitate their intake.

Q. Can they interact with some drugs?

A: The consumption of food supplements should be supervised by your doctor, especially if you have specific conditions or are undergoing drug therapy. Your doctor, with a thorough understanding of your medical history, can provide the most appropriate guidance.

Q. Can they be taken by diabetics?

A: All food supplements in the Centrum maternal range do not contain added sugars and are therefore suitable for diabetic patients. However, in case of gestational diabetes or in the presence of other symptoms or pathologies, it is always preferable to consult your doctor or gynaecologist before taking the product.

Q. Can they be taken by those who are lactose intolerant?

A: Lactose is not present in the ingredients list. All food supplements from the Centrum maternal range can therefore be taken by those who show lactose intolerance.

Q. Can they be taken by coeliacs?

A: All products in the Centrum maternal range are gluten-free and therefore suitable for coeliac patients.

Q. Is it possible to use the expired product?

A: All our food supplements are assigned an expiry date based on stability studies. There is no evidence to demonstrate that the ingredients contained in the product may be harmful if consumed after the expiry date; however, you may not receive the same benefits for which the product was formulated. The product is therefore not suitable for use after the expiry date shown on the packaging.

Q. What is the best time to take food supplements from the maternal range?

A: Fat-soluble vitamins A (beta carotene), D and E are easily absorbed with fats. For this reason, it is recommended to take the supplements from the maternal range at main meals.