A 41-year-old member asked:
why do infants need vitamin k?
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Dr. James Ferguson answered
46 years experience Pediatrics
Proper clotting: Vitamin k is required for the proper function of our clotting system. Failure to give newborns vitamin K ,makes them at risk of spontaneous hemorrhage. The most worrisome would be into the brain (birth trauma) or with any surgical procedure. A single IM dose can protect baby until their body can generate the needed K from their diet.Gut germs convert the dietary K to an active form.
Answered on Jan 16, 2015
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Dr. Michael H. T. Sia answered
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See below:: Breast milk or formula provides just about everything a baby needs for the first four to six months. The exception is vitamin d, which is recommended ... Read More
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A 27-year-old member asked:
Dr. Bryan Levey answered
27 years experience Pediatrics
Orally: There are many preparations available in liquid form nationwide and in many chain drug stores as well as supermarkets and health food stores.
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A 26-year-old member asked:
Dr. Peter Karsant answered
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Not generally: Most parents purchase vitamins over the counter specifically designed for children, however with a good varied diet probably not needed.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered
32 years experience Family Medicine
Drops: For a onetime mistake should be no issue.
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