Nutrima lactamil nutritional mixture for nursing mothers 350g

12/26/2017 Category: LactationAuthor: Alexey Andreev

In the first days after childbirth, especially in the case of cesarean section, women may experience insufficient lactation. To solve the problem, doctors recommend a whole range of measures: an appropriate psychological attitude, establishing sleep and rest patterns, frequent latching of the baby to the breast, drinking plenty of fluids, medications and drinks that stimulate milk production. Mixtures enriched with protein, vitamins, and minerals serve as an addition to the regular menu. Lactamil contains stimulating herbal additives, which greatly helps stable lactation.

• Composition and effect of the Lactamil mixture
  Positive effects
• Contraindications and side effects

Composition of the Lactamil mixture for feeding nursing mothers

The most important components that determine the product’s ability to positively influence lactation are plant extracts, which also have a general strengthening effect:

• anise;
• nettle;
• fennel;
• cumin.

All these herbs can have a calming and antispasmodic effect, which has a good effect on the production of oxytocin, one of the hormones that regulate lactation. If the woman’s general condition is calm, she is not stressed, nothing prevents oxytocin from influencing the release of milk from the mammary gland. Otherwise, production is blocked by another hormone - adrenaline and lactation is disrupted. Thus, the main mechanism of action of lactogonic herbs is reduced to relaxation and calming, and then natural processes are launched, allowing natural feeding to continue.

The following components of Lactamil help to saturate a woman’s body with valuable components and transfer them through breast milk to the baby:

• skim and whole milk, demineralized whey;
• vegetable oils (soybean and sunflower with high oleic acid content);
• fish fat;
• prebiotic inulin;
• minerals;
• vitamins and vitamin-like substances.

The mixture also contains auxiliary components in the form of a harmless emulsifier (soy lecithin) and an antioxidant (L-ascorbyl palmitate), which are also allowed in infant formulas.

What is the benefit of this specialized product? If you look at it, most formulas for artificial feeding of infants have a similar composition. That is, a nursing mother who consumes Lactamil transfers all the valuable substances to the child without loading his body with a product alien to him - a breast milk substitute. These are the substances.

1. Amino acids that make up milk. Their composition is improved due to the addition of whey proteins.
2. Polyunsaturated fatty acids from vegetable oils and fish oil. Participate in the construction of cell membranes, have an antioxidant effect (alpha-linolenic, docosahexaenoic, eicosapentaenoic).
3. Prebiotic inulin. Promotes the proper formation of intestinal microflora (bifidobacteria and lactobacilli) in a woman, which contributes to the saturation of beneficial bacteria in mother's milk.
4. Vitamins, vitamin-like substances. They are vital for the baby and contribute to the mother’s rapid recovery after childbirth.

This brief description allows you to understand how thoughtfully and correctly the composition of the components of “Lactamil” was selected and the undeniability of its benefits. The cost of "Lactamil" varies from 330 to 550 rubles. It can be purchased at any pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.

Comparison of Lactamil, Femilak and other specialized protein mixtures

Specialty products intended for breastfeeding women are divided into the following groups:

• foods rich in vitamins and minerals in addition to the regular menu;
• foods rich in vitamins and minerals, with lactogenic additives;
• juices and tea;
• Dietary supplements.

The Russian company produces two types of supplementary nutrition for nursing mothers under the Nutrilak brand: Lactamil and Femilak. Femilak complements the main menu of pregnant and lactating women, and Lactamil establishes and maintains lactation. Lactamil additionally contains herbs that help increase the volume of breast milk. But we must remember that they can also cause allergic reactions. For this reason, Femilak is more hypoallergenic.

There are other milk formulas for nursing mothers on the Russian market. The Russian one offers a mixture of Juno for pregnant and lactating women and a special product for normalizing and increasing lactation - Milky Way. The following mixtures are the most popular among foreign manufacturers: Enfamama (USA), Dumil Mama Plus (Denmark), Mama and Me (Switzerland, Nestlé). If you are allergic to cow's milk, you should use mixtures with soy protein or goat's milk protein. The Amalthea product (New Zealand) is made from goat milk and is hypoallergenic.

In recent years, specialized dry milk formulas – “Mom and Me” (Nestlé), Femilak (Russia), etc. – have been widely recommended in the diet of pregnant and nursing mothers. These mixtures are completely balanced and contain all the necessary nutrients (micro- and macronutrients).

R.A. Fayzullina, E.A. Samorodnova, O.I. Pikuza, N.K. Shoshina

NUTRITION OF EARLY CHILDREN Educational and methodological manual

Table: Russian-made dry formulas for nursing mothers

Photo gallery: formulas for nursing mothers

Femilak provides additional nutrition for pregnant and lactating women

Nutritional mixture "Yunona" for pregnant and lactating women is made on the basis of milk and vegetable protein

“Milky Way” mixture is a functional food product with a lactogenic additive

Enfamama mixture adequately compensates for the additional nutritional needs of a woman

In case of allergy to cow's milk, you can use the Amalthea mixture based on goat milk.

Video: pediatrician on the fight against gopogalactia using mixtures

What is “Lactamil” for?

The main indication for which Lactamil is recommended for nursing mothers as an additional specialized nutrition is the appearance of problems with milk production. However, this does not mean that it can only be used in this case. If there is enough milk, consumption of the formula will have a beneficial effect on the composition and nutritional value of breast milk and will ensure the prevention of hypogalactia. After regular consumption of such a cocktail, the following is observed:

• stable lactation;
• increased volume of breast milk;
• normalization of lactation after cesarean section;
• prolongation of the breastfeeding period;
• saturating the body of the newborn and his mother with useful substances;
• reducing the recovery time of a woman’s body in the postpartum period.

Important! "Lactamil" does not increase the volume of breast milk, it only promotes its better separation.

Indications for use by nursing women Lactamil

Pediatricians practice prescribing Lactamil mixture in cases where:

• a woman does not produce enough milk (under stress, hormonal imbalances);
• to restore breastfeeding in a baby with the abolition of complementary feeding with formula milk, which the baby was fed due to insufficient lactation in the mother.

Contraindications

Only those women who have been diagnosed with lactase intolerance or hypersensitivity to the composition of the mixture cannot take the drug.

Possible side effects and contraindications

Before buying the Lactamil mixture, you should carefully read its contraindications and possible side effects, so as not to harm yourself and your baby.

The product contains lactose and cow's milk protein. This is important to take into account for nursing women whose bodies cannot digest lactose or are intolerant to cow's milk protein. They are strictly prohibited from consuming any dairy products, which could cause diarrhea, bloating, and poor health. This condition affects not only the mother, but also the child.

All other components, especially herbal extracts, can also cause individual reactions, but the frequency of their occurrence is low.

Important! If any side effects are detected, you should stop using the Lactamil milk formula.

Once opened, the dry mixture should be stored at room temperature and used within 21 days.

Why does lactation decrease?

The World Health Organization insists on natural feeding of a child in the first year of life. Mother's milk is the optimal food product for the baby, corresponding to all the characteristics of the digestive system of the child's body. The health and development of the child, both at an early and late age, depends on the quality and quantity of milk. Hypogalactia - a decrease in the function of the mammary glands, manifested in insufficient milk production, occurs already in the first days after childbirth in 5% of mothers. Secondary hypogalactia can appear periodically throughout the entire feeding period for various reasons:

• diseases of mother and baby,
• emotional stress,
• violation of feeding regime,
• early introduction of supplementary feeding with infant formula.

  
  The emotional state of a nursing woman is a very important factor influencing the level of lactation

Instructions for use

Much depends on how you drink Lactamil. Correct use of the product allows you to maintain full natural feeding.

1. A healthy milkshake is prepared immediately before consumption.
2. Pour 170 ml of warm boiled water into a suitable container.
3. Add 4 tbsp there. l. powdery dry product.
4. Stir until completely dissolved (you can use a blender) and drink.

In this reduced form, the prepared cocktail is drunk 1-2 times a day. If desired, the mixture can not be diluted in water, but added directly to tea, cocoa, or porridge. The finished cocktail should be stored in a cool place for no more than 24 hours.

Many people have a question: how many days should you drink Lactamil? The milkshake can be taken throughout the breastfeeding period, but under the supervision of a doctor.

Lactamil

Release forms - tablets 250 mg/400 mg

Pharmacological group - antacid

pharmachologic effect

• absorbent
• antacid
• enveloping
• antiulcer
• choleretic

Ingredients - algeldrat 250 mg, magnesium hydroxide 400 mg - tablet

Indications

• Gastritis and duodenitis
• Gastritis, unspecified
• Gastroesophageal reflux
• Gastroesophageal reflux with esophagitis
• Gastrojejunal ulcer
• Gastroduodenitis, unspecified
• Alcoholic gastritis
• Pain in the abdomen and pelvis
• Pain localized in the upper abdomen
• Heartburn
• Acute hemorrhagic gastritis
• Peptic ulcer of unspecified localization
• Symptoms and signs related to the digestive system and abdominal cavity
• Chronic gastritis, unspecified
• Chronic atrophic gastritis
• Chronic superficial gastritis
• Esophagitis
• Other gastritis
• Other diseases of the esophagus
• Other acute gastritis
• Esophageal ulcer
• Duodenal ulcer
• Stomach ulcer

Composition by components

• algeldrat
• magnesium hydroxide

Application

Heartburn, reflux esophagitis, gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, peptic ulcers, gastric discomfort after errors in diet, taking medications and abuse of alcohol, coffee and nicotine. Used to prevent stress-related lesions of the mucous membrane of the upper gastrointestinal tract in patients in intensive care units.

Dosage regimen

The usual dose of the drug is 10 ml (1 packet or 2 teaspoons) 4 times a day, 1-2 hours after meals and immediately before bedtime. In patients with peptic ulcers, the daily dose can be increased by additional administration 3 hours after meals. Before use, homogenize the suspension by shaking the bottle or thoroughly kneading the bag between your fingers. To prevent stress-related lesions of the gastrointestinal mucosa during intensive care, it is necessary to use 20 ml of the drug every hour. The drug can be administered using a gastric tube, after which it is recommended to introduce 10 ml of water through the tube to ensure complete passage of the suspension. 1 hour after insertion of the probe, the aspirate of gastric contents is examined for pH value. If the pH value is below 3.5, the dose of the drug should be increased.

Side effects

With significantly reduced kidney function, an increase in the level of magnesium in the blood serum is possible. With prolonged use of high doses, phosphorus reserves in the body may be depleted. At high doses, increased frequency and softening of stools may occur.

Contraindications

Severe forms of renal failure.

special instructions

When taken orally with other drugs (furosemide, indomethacin, tetracycline antibiotics, cardiac glycosides, isoniazid, cimetidine, anticholinergics, iron-containing drugs), their absorption in the gastrointestinal tract is reduced. Therefore, the drug should be used 2 hours or 4 hours after taking the listed medications.

Feedback from nursing mothers

According to reviews from mothers who consumed formula during breastfeeding, there was indeed an improvement in lactation. Women note:

• consuming the mixture improves the quality of milk;
• reasonable price;
• variety of methods of use;
• visible effectiveness after the first dose.

Most reviews are positive, but there are also negative ones.

1. There are times when Lactamil nutrition for mothers does not help.
2. The drink is quite high in calories and many simply refuse to drink it.
3. I don't like the taste of herbal-flavored cocktails.
4. Preparation takes time, but there are similar drugs in tablets and drops that do not require any additional actions during administration.

Reviews

There are also dry formulas for nursing mothers “Lactamil” and “Femilakt”, they increase the quantity and improve the quality of milk. It is very unlikely that you have little milk at night if you have enough during the day. It’s just that the baby apparently wants to have you by his side all the time at night, and colic is also a possible option. I myself was in your situation, when they began to supplement formula feeding early, everyone also pressed me, saying that there was not enough milk, as a result, the baby almost gave up breastfeeding completely (it is much easier for a small child to suck a bottle than a mother’s breast, especially a tight one). And only thanks to my tenacity and perseverance, we eventually got off the bottle and now there is nothing better than a boob for our boy, and he spits the bottle))). Good luck with your baby!

Anutka

https://forum.detki.kz/topic/6305-%D0%BD%D0%BE%D1%87%D0%BD%D0%BE%D0%B5-%D0%BA%D0%BE%D1% 80%D0%BC%D0%BB%D0%B5%D0%BD%D0%B8%D0%B5/#entry264774

Lactamil really helps, it is in the pharmacy on Furmanov / Gogol, in the 1st department, it costs 1520 tenge (I go there exactly once a week and buy it), but there are no other pharmacies in the city... there is also an “Anniversary” store on Gogol, but it’s more expensive there... when you spend 7-10 thousand a month on Laktomil, you think it’s time to save money, but when the chest is empty, and the daughter wants to “nurse”, then we race to the second pharmacy... like in the half-owl “borrow , but drink it” :confused: yesterday my daughter for the first time (!) didn’t get enough of one tit, she gave her the second one, she hung on it for half an hour, milked her to the last drop... I thought that’s it, there won’t be anything to feed her at night... but nothing, I drank Laktomil, it seems to have appeared, but still the question arose about purees... or porridge... I don’t know

Skromnitsya

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Lactamil nursing formula, reviews needed Girls, I’m breastfeeding my daughter for 5.5 months, I bought this formula to try and after taking it I felt sick, it hurt under my left rib, belching appeared, then went away. The second time it’s the same thing, it doesn’t taste very good, of course, but for the sake of improving lactation you can be patient! But when your stomach starts to hurt, you can’t stand it anymore! Maybe someone drinks it too, write how you feel? It’s very strange to me, it says to dilute 9 measuring spoons per 170 ml, it turns out so thick, like liquid sour cream...

devi_lisa

https://forum.littleone.ru/showpost.php?p=115724369&postcount=1

Analogs of milk formula "Lactamil"

When talking about mixture analogues, it is important to understand the purpose for which it is selected. If there are doubts only about the effectiveness of the drug to increase lactation, then several options are possible.

1. Similar in composition are specialized products of others, “Femilak”, “Milky Way”, “Mom and Me”, “Bellakt Mama”).
2. Teas for lactation, consisting of a mixture of lactogenic herbs (“Lactavit”, “Lactaphytol”).
3. Instant teas with plant extracts applied to sugar granules (“HiPP”, “Bebivita”).
4. Dietary supplements (“Apilak”, “Lactogon”).

When there is a question about intolerance to dairy products, but at the same time it is necessary to increase lactation, the choice is narrowed down to lactation teas and dietary supplements that do not contain milk processing products.

Thus, when choosing a product, you need to take into account not only reviews from mothers, price and personal preferences, but also the state of your health and the health of your child.

Buy the mixture “Lactamil” in the Obstetrics store

"Lactamil" or "Femilak", which is better?

1. Both products are manufactured by the same manufacturer.
2. They have exactly the same base, differing only in the additives.
3. The Lactamil mixture contains extracts of lactogenic herbs.
4. The Femilak mixture has a pleasant smell thanks to the addition of Mango flavoring.
5. The price of the Femilak mixture is lower than that of the Laktamil mixture.

Both products are distinguished by their ability to saturate a woman’s body with important nutrients, thereby increasing the nutritional value of breast milk, so if the mother is pursuing this particular goal, then both products are suitable. To increase lactation, only Lactamil is suitable.