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Older people remember very well the most common hematogen, which was one of the favorite treats for children in the Soviet period. It is worth saying that now the classic hematogen is difficult to find, it has been replaced by many other sweet medicinal options, however, they are also useful, you just need to purchase them in pharmacies.
After the war, it was, perhaps, the only life-saving drug, not only from a lack of vitamins, but even just from hunger, there were many wounded with blood loss and problems associated with it. It is not so easy to restore blood supplies and at the same time enriched blood, even now there is a constant need for this for many people, most often for women, for example, with heavy menstrual bleeding or after childbirth. In addition, it may be associated with invasions due to worms and in other cases. One way or another, hematogen, in its correct form, is extremely important for blood, its properties and for quick recovery.
It is very easy to identify the symptoms by which you can say for sure that a person clearly lacks iron in the blood, for example, constant lethargy, pale skin, sudden weakness often attacks, followed by fainting, anemia and other symptoms. The iron that can absorb human body found only in animal proteins.
It was for this that the hematogen was developed, which uniquely contained a large amount of iron, while the iron is in the form in which the body is able to ideally accept and assimilate it. Doctors have linked iron in the hematogenous with proteins, so iron is remarkably absorbed in the blood and does not worsen the functioning of the stomach. It is worth saying that for the first time hematogen appeared in post-revolutionary Russia, then they were in the form of sweet chocolate bars.
Before talking about the composition and benefits, I would like to say separately about the three types of modern hematogen that are in our pharmacies. These are Hematogen new, Hematogen Honey and Hematogen C.
Honey hematogen completely absorbed the qualities of the previous hematogen and received a honey supplement. In addition to being a delicacy, it is very useful for physical and mental fatigue, for anemia and bleeding, after bone and tissue injuries, if a person has a poor diet, after operations, and with infectious diseases. In general, it strengthens the body and vital processes, enriches the blood and is a stimulant.
Hematogen C, speaks about itself from the name, it is rich in vitamin C and food albumin, it also contains sugar, flavoring and molasses, ferrous sulfate iron, condensed milk. It is produced in the form of tiles of the usual color, dark or light brown, with a division into plates, very sweet and with a pleasant aroma. Hematogen C should be in tiles weighing 30 and 50 grams, 6 and 10 plates each.
The hematogen is new, its content is practically the same, but at the same time there are still hazelnuts, otherwise the composition is the same: flavor, molasses and sugar, ferrous sulfate, albumin, condensed milk, and so on. Like the previous view, this hematogen is produced in tiles Brown color, very fragrant and sweet, the weight of the tiles is the same - 30 and 50 gr, they are also 6 and 10 sweet tiles in size.
Useful properties and composition of hematogen
The hematogen basically consists of an iron-containing protein, it is also hemoglobin, it is part of red blood cells and is the main stimulator of the formation of red cells in the blood. For the preparation of hematogen, dry blood of cattle is used, honey, ascorbic acid, condensed milk and flavor enhancers are added to it, as already mentioned in appearance, hematogen is very similar to slab chocolate.
The hematogen contains a lot of carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals, as well as many healthy fats. The entire composition of the hematogen is not collected by chance, absolutely all substances are suitable for the composition of our blood. Thanks to these substances, the process of hematopoiesis is stimulated, improved and accelerated, and metabolic processes as a whole are improved. The hematogen contains a lot of vitamin A, and as you know, it is necessary for hair growth, to strengthen vision and restores the skin, stimulates the body, all this is necessary for a growing teenage body.
Indications for the use of hematogen
The hematogen, depending on the type, contains different substances, in different quantities, and the amount of iron also varies. Therefore, the correct amount of hematogen consumption must be set according to the instructions.
- there is a lack of nutrition, a small amount or very scarce;
- there is a lag in the growth of the child;
- low hemoglobin in the blood and very often bleeding occurs;
- if there were severe infectious diseases, as well as after a severe flu;
- when there are diseases of the stomach, such as a chronic ulcer, also with a duodenal ulcer, in the presence of bleeding;
- in case of dry skin;
- when there is a serious visual impairment and treatment is prescribed, hematogen is also part of the treatment.
Hematogen is contraindicated
Given that there are a lot of easily digestible carbohydrates in the hematogen, patients cannot eat it. diabetes or with obesity. As you know, easily digestible carbohydrates stagnate and create a strong fermentation process in the intestines, which eventually leads to nausea and diarrhea.
It is also impossible to use hematogen for patients with thrombophlebitis, it is prohibited for those who have intolerance to hematogen components, as well as for pregnant women. But the hematogen is also not omnipotent, so if anemia is not associated with a lack of iron, then the hematogen is not an assistant here.
Correct intake of hematogen
Hematogen is not harmless, so it must be consumed in certain quantities.
How much hematogen can you eat per day:
- A child aged 3-6 years should eat 5 grams, 3 times a day.
- Older from 7 to 12 years - 10 grams per day.
- After 12 years, the same 10 grams, but only three times a day.
You can not eat hematogen constantly, you can take it daily for no more than 2 or 3 weeks. You can eat it periodically when you get a strong physical exertion, with emotional upheaval and stress, to recover from an illness or surgery. Due to the constant use, allergies and gastric disorders may appear, if there are diseases of the pancreas, then because of the high calorie content, you can not eat it.
It is worth knowing that many confectionery products have been found for a long time, which, for some, apparently commercial reasons, included “hematogen” in the name of their sweets. In 2008, the Ministry of Health reported this and warns to this day that these sweets have nothing to do with medicinal hematogen. Therefore, when purchasing a hematogen in confectionery stores, you should not count on its usefulness, because. real hematogen, as a medication, is available only for purchase at a pharmacy. At a minimum, you need to read what is written on the packaging of such a product, and know what a real hematogen should contain.
How to understand that there is not enough iron in the body
There are a number of signs by which you can accurately determine the lack of iron in the body:
- freezing of extremities even when warm (arms and legs);
- regular colds and illnesses;
- rapid fatigue and weakness;
- severe hair loss;
- nails are noticeably peeling.
The body tends to absorb iron poorly, therefore, from the food it consumes, at best, it consumes only 10% of iron, so many people can eat hematogen. If you eat a lot of foods with calcium, then it automatically impairs the absorption of iron. Therefore, if hemoglobin rises and there are significant periods, then at least at such a time you need to give up dairy and calcium-containing products, but as a rule, these are dairy products. Try to take iron and calcium separately.
If you have low hemoglobin, then coffee and tea should not be consumed after meals, because. they significantly impede the absorption of iron. Already in the intestines, cereals such as wheat can interfere with the absorption of iron. Again, with low hemoglobin, it is worth eating meat without cereals, pasta and bread products, at least temporarily. Instead, eat vegetable side dishes such as potatoes, beans, cabbage, etc. If you still continue to eat everything, then be sure to remember the hematogen, it will reinforce your body with iron.
In 1890, a scientist discovered beneficial features bovine blood, which includes a large amount of iron necessary for the normal formation of blood in the human body. He isolated albumin, which is also called hemoglobin powder or iron concentrate. As a result, the first hematogen appeared - in those days it was sold in the form of a mixture.
Hematogen is the record holder for the content of iron, standing in first place before the liver and apples.
Today, hematogen is produced in the form of chocolate bars. To improve the taste, honey, condensed milk and other additives are added to it, ascorbic acid and various useful substances are also included in its composition. But the main ingredient of this product is still produced from dried blood of cattle.
Hematogen has a tonic effect on the human body, it is a good prophylactic against many diseases. Taking hematogen increases the amount of hemoglobin in the blood, contributes to the normal course of hematopoiesis. It is a good source of vitamins and amino acids.
Harm of the hematogen
Hematogen, like any medicine, is harmful in large doses. Some believe that the more you eat this product, the more benefits it will bring. In fact, for a person it is sixty grams per day, and for thirty. Give hematogen only from the age of five. Sometimes even small doses of hematogen lead to side effects: nausea, diarrhea, but this happens very rarely.
Exceeding the norm can lead to the development of stomach problems, and too much iron can cause diseases of the heart, liver and pancreas.
Hematogen is harmful in diabetes mellitus (it can even cause fatal outcome) and metabolic disorders. It contains easily digestible carbohydrates that increase blood sugar levels. Excessive consumption of this product can lead to obesity, as it contains sugar.
Thrombophlebitis and pregnancy are also contraindications, since the hematogen thickens the blood, which increases the risk of developing blood clots. It is also undesirable for pregnant women to consume such an allergenic product, as their immune system is weakened.
Not all products called "hematogen" provide health benefits: some bars are not natural, but made from a mixture of various chemical compounds. Such a hematogen can lead to the development of allergies and other side effects.
A complex of multivitamins containing vitamins with trace elements is called hematogen. On the Greek the name sounds, its translation is as Blood Bearer. The benefits and harms of the composition of the hematogen are concentrated, in addition to vitamins, on iron, which binds to proteins, dissolving in the digestive organs. With its help, erythrocytes are formed.
The benefits and harms of hematogen are based on defibrinated blood taken from cattle. The taste is improved with coconut flakes with ascorbic acid, chocolate with sugar, condensed milk with honey and nuts. All useful properties remain unchanged during its production, carried out by special processing of the source material. The result is small and tasty tiles.
The benefits of hematogen for the body - 5 properties
The main component of hematogen is black food albumin. This powder is the main plasma protein obtained from the blood in a food-stabilized form. He binds fatty acid, cholesterol and bilirubin, and also transfers hormones - cortisone, thyroxine, aldosterone and triiodothyronine. They are inactive but mobile.
The composition of the hematogen, its benefits and harms, is formed by carbohydrates, proteins and fats along with iron and vitamins. Iron is the hemoglobin and myoglobin part. The first element carries oxygen through the blood to organs with tissues. The second stores it in muscle fibers.
Hematogen is considered a delicacy for children, but it is also useful for men and women. During great emotional, mental and physical activity hematogen provides effective assistance to the body. Especially with insufficient hemoglobin levels:
- Hematogen is useful for women by the ability to stabilize the metabolism by regulating carbohydrate and fat metabolism.
- With regular use, the digestive activity with the respiratory organs improves.
- Retinol in the hematogen is useful for women by improving the quality of nails with hair and skin. Vision is normalized and the whole body is toned.
- Many amino acids with vitamins protect against the invasion of pathogenic microbes and viruses, which is especially important in the cold season.
- Hematogen is good for restoring the energy spent on medical procedures in the form of chemotherapy and surgery.
In addition to positive influences, there are also negative ones concerning overweight people. The reason is the high calorie content of the product.
So that the benefits of hematogen do not turn into harm, it is impossible to exceed the permissible consumption rates - 50 grams per day. The result of excesses will be indigestion, nausea and vomiting.
Hemoglobin is an allergenic product, therefore, in the presence of autoimmune disorders, it is not recommended to consume this delicacy.
There is information about the benefits of hematogen for women during pregnancy with the threat of anemia, but in limited quantities.
Hematogen for children - benefit or harm?
For babies, there is a special children's hematogen containing permissible concentrations of components for the health and development of a small organism. The difference from an adult delicacy is the addition of condensed milk, ascorbic acid and molasses to improve the taste. Calorie content remains the same - 355 Kcal / 100 grams.
Here are the main benefits of Hematogen for children:
- Hemoglobin indicators in the blood are normalized, protecting against anemia. Its action is similar to blood transfusion. That is, its structure and composition are updated, strengthening the entire body;
- The high energy reserve of children's hematogen improves blood formation, supplying all organs and cells with sufficient oxygen;
- This delicacy with enzymes and vitamins in the composition stimulates metabolic processes and develops visual functions;
In addition, hematogen is useful for children by improving activity. digestive system and respiratory organs, strengthening the protective functions of the body. But children under 3 years of age should not be given this treat.
Hematogen and pregnancy
The process of bearing in the womb of a child is accompanied by an increased need for iron. It helps the normal development of the placenta and the baby. Hematogen during pregnancy is necessary to restore large blood loss during childbirth. During breastfeeding, it is also not enough for the body.
Pregnancy is accompanied by an increase in blood circulation, leading to a greater need for iron. Special periods are the 2nd and 3rd trimester, when there is a risk of anemia.
But the hematogen during pregnancy should not be the only supplier of useful elements. Be sure to eat well, including meat and fish dishes with vegetables, fruits and cereals in the diet.
You can not abuse the product, so as not to harm the development of the baby. The thickening of the blood that accompanies the use of hematogen can develop thrombophlebitis.
Harm and contraindications of hematogen
Hematogen is not useful for men and women with diabetes. The reason is easily digestible carbohydrates in the composition of the product, which increase blood sugar levels.
You can not use hematogen for anemia that is not related to iron deficiency. The result of an overabundance of the substance will be intoxication of the body.
Contraindications are impaired metabolism and varicose veins with thrombophlebitis. And you can’t eat hematogen more than the established norm - for adults 50 g, for children - 30. side effects there will be violations of the digestive system in the form of nausea, vomiting and discomfort.
- Before and after taking treats, do not consume other multivitamins for 2 hours.
- Salt substitutes should not be added to dishes.
- Hematogen is not recommended when following a low-salt diet.
- There is information that hematogen is not useful when taken with antibiotics. It is necessary to pause for 2 hours before and after its use. This applies more to ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, minocycline, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, tetracycline and norforxacin.
- In order for iron to be better absorbed by the body, hematogen should not be consumed together with protein products - meat, fish, liver and others.
This rule also applies to dairy products with food supplements containing calcium or antacids. The reason is the difficult assimilation of some multivitamin components of the hematogen.
How to choose a real hematogen
On the pharmacy counters there are products called Hematogen, but they are not. To avoid buying a fake, you need to read the composition - in the first place is black food albumin. It contains 4.5 percent of the total weight of the product. Everything else belongs to the flavorings.
With insufficient nutrition or hard work in remote regions of the country, hematogen will help restore strength, performance and cheer up. Children, in addition to having fun, hematogen helps proper development body and mental abilities.
To understand whether to buy a product or not, you need to figure out what the benefits and harms of hematogen are, and what it gives the body. Hematogen is a delicacy that looks very similar to chocolate, but you can usually find it on pharmacy shelves.
How and from what is hematogen made
The main composition of the delicacy at first can be very surprising. The product is produced mainly from the blood of cattle. Other components are added to it in small quantities. Of course, the blood used is not liquid, but pre-treated - dried and turned into black food albumin.
The classic production technology is as follows:
- to create a product, they take high-quality, molasses and sugar syrup;
- components are mixed and heated to high temperature- 125 degrees;
- then the mass is cooled to 60 degrees and at this stage dried blood is added to it - black albumin or hemoglobin.
In addition to the listed ingredients, honey, ascorbic acid and other substances may be present in the hematogen. They enhance the benefits and improve the taste of the product. Especially often they contain children's hematogen. The delicacy is always similar to chocolate in appearance, and resembles toffee in texture and taste.
Hematogen: chemical composition and calorie content
Nutrition is at an average level - 100 g of the product contains 354 calories. It is of particular value in terms of carbohydrates - 75.7 g. Also in the hematogen there are proteins in the amount of 6 g and quite a bit of fat - 3 g.
By chemical composition unconditional leadership holds iron-containing protein. But other elements also give useful properties, namely:
- minerals calcium, potassium and sodium, chlorine;
- vitamins A and C, B12;
- amino acids;
- sucrose and maltose;
- glucose and dextrin.
Important! The exact composition and benefits depend on the form of release. For example, different bars may contain cereals and nuts, pieces of fruit, further expanding the useful properties of the treat.
Indications for use: why do you need a hematogen
Pharmacy delicacy belongs to the category of not drugs, but dietary supplements. In other words, dietary supplements are dispensed without a prescription, and you can buy it freely to eat for prevention. But under certain conditions it will be of particular benefit:
- with anemia and malnutrition, severe iron deficiency;
- with physical and psycho-emotional stress;
- with a constant stay in conditions of poor ecology;
- after severe blood loss;
- in diseases with bleeding - for example, in acute gastric ulcer;
- with a lack of vitamins A and C in the body;
- with weakened immunity.
Hematogen raises hemoglobin or not? Yes - in all these situations, the benefit lies precisely in the hematopoietic properties. Even doctors prescribe this dietary supplement along with pharmacological agents - its beneficial properties help to defeat the disease faster.
Benefits for women and men
The benefits of hematopoietic treats for women are simply enormous, since once a month in female body perfectly natural and healthy, but unpleasant bleeding occurs. Albumin, which enters the body during menstruation, prevents the occurrence of iron deficiency from blood loss, and it becomes easier to endure menstruation.
For men, the benefit lies in the fact that the product is able to restore strength after intense physical exertion. In addition, albumin treats regulate hormonal background helps to cope with the effects of stress. Men often experience increased demands from society and suffer from a lack of strength, but hematogen helps to solve this problem.
Hematogen for children
For children and adolescents, a pharmacy treat is an urgent need. Hematogen strengthens the immune system, prevents the development of anemia, promotes a good oxygen supply to the body. With regular use, the beneficial properties are expressed in the fact that children are less likely to suffer from colds and maintain a healthy weight even during a period of intensive growth.
For schoolchildren, a treat helps to cope with mental stress and protects eyesight.
Attention! It is not recommended to give the product to infants - it is better to introduce hematogen into the diet from about 3 years old. You need to start with dosages of no more than 30 g per day.
Is hematogen possible for pregnant women
Iron is one of the most important trace elements for a woman who is expecting a baby, since the placenta is formed largely due to iron. In addition, as the fetus develops circulatory system is under increasing stress. In the II and III trimesters, anemia is not excluded - hematogen will help prevent it.
Also in the later stages, it is important to control the level of hemoglobin in the blood because of the upcoming birth - they are associated with blood loss. It is useful to use the product and immediately after the resolution of the burden. It will help to quickly cope with the consequences of childbirth.
Advice! Hematogen during pregnancy is an unconditional benefit, but in large quantities, the delicacy thickens the blood and can be harmful. It is recommended to use it only as an aid and do not forget about a full vitamin diet.
Is it possible to eat hematogen while breastfeeding
Eating a treat during lactation is not recommended. The fact is that the product can give breast milk unusual taste - and if the child does not like it, then there will be problems with breastfeeding.
Hematogen during weight loss
During the diet, treats should be consumed with caution. On the one hand, it can prevent the development of anemia, which is especially dangerous with mono-diets. But on the other hand, the product is quite high in calories - if you get too carried away with it, then it will be difficult to lose weight.
With iron deficiency, small portions of goodies can be included in the diet - no more than 50 g. But at the same time, you need to carefully monitor the daily calorie intake.
Instructions for use
Hematogen does not have particularly strict requirements for use. And yet, several conditions must be adhered to.
- Hematogen is consumed in between meals - approximately 1.5 hours after eating.
- Dietary supplements do not mix well with antibiotics. If it is necessary to take both, it is necessary to separate the hematogen and antibiotics at 2-hour intervals.
- The product is not recommended to be combined with multivitamins.
- Included in the hematogenous iron is poorly absorbed on diets low in salt.
- It is better not to take a treat at the same time as natural springs protein - meat and fish, dairy products.
How much hematogen can you eat per day
Although the pharmacy delicacy is not equated with medicines, it should not be consumed uncontrollably. The recommended dosage for adults is no more than 50 g per day, or one standard package. Children and adolescents can be given only 40 g of hematogen.
How to choose
Hematogen in pharmacies is represented by products from different manufacturers - and not all tiles have the same benefits. Some brands are releasing regular low albumin sweets. There will be no harm from such a product, but the beneficial properties will be less.
To choose the hematogen correctly, you need to read the composition - black food albumin should take at least 4 - 5% of the total mass of the delicacy.
Harm and contraindications
The benefits of the product can turn into an unexpected side if you use hematogen for certain diseases. Treats are prohibited:
- with diabetes - due to the high content of carbohydrates in the composition;
- with obesity - due to a violation of carbohydrate metabolism;
- with a tendency to form blood clots and varicose veins - the product will additionally thicken the already viscous blood;
- with anemia that is not associated with a lack of iron - in this case, the main valuable element, hemoglobin, will be harmful, since there will be too much of it in the body.
Hematogen feeding in the diet should be introduced only if the child does not show hostility to the unusual taste of milk.
This dietary supplement should not be abused. Even healthy person if the dosage is exceeded, diarrhea and vomiting may occur.
Hematogen is a prophylactic containing hemoglobin used to treat iron deficiency anemia.
Release form and composition
Hematogen is produced in the form of embossed dark brown tiles, distributed along and across the risks into separate plates, in films of 30 and 50 g. The product has a weak specific aroma and sweet taste.
Each Hematogen tile contains black food albumin (defibrinated blood of slaughtered cattle). Depending on the manufacturer, the tool may contain various additional components. Among them, the most common are starch syrup, vanillin, honey, raisins, ascorbic acid, condensed or whole milk powder, vitamin A, dried apricots, peanuts, flavors and sugars.
Indications for use
Hematogen is used in cases of iron deficiency anemia, malnutrition, during the period of convalescence after infectious and other diseases. The remedy is prescribed for chronic diseases, especially for peptic ulcer of the duodenum and stomach.
Due to the fact that Hematogen contains vitamin A, it can also be prescribed to patients with impaired visual function.
Contraindications
The use of Hematogen is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components that make up the product, as well as in cases of anemia not associated with iron deficiency. Also, the remedy is not prescribed to children under two years of age and to all patients with impaired carbohydrate metabolism.
Due to the fact that the drug contains easily digestible carbohydrates, it should not be taken by patients with diabetes and obesity.
During pregnancy and throughout the period breastfeeding Hematogen can only be used according to indications and provided that the expected benefit of therapy for the mother outweighs the possible risk to the child or developing fetus.
Method of application and dosage
The drug is taken orally during a meal. The dosage of the drug depends on the age of the patient, namely:
- Children 2-6 years old take 30 g of the drug per day;
- Patients 7-14 years old are prescribed 35-40 g of Hematogen per day;
- Adolescents and adults take 40-50 g of the drug per day.
The duration of drug therapy varies within 1-2 months.
The dose of the drug for patients in the period of convalescence after suffering iron deficiency anemia is 100 g of Hematogen per day for 60 days.
Side effects
Hematogen, according to the instructions, can cause nausea, diarrhea and allergic reactions. Cases of overdose of the drug have not been registered so far.
special instructions
Thanks to vitamin A, which is part of Hematogen, the drug has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, hair and nails.
The tool does not affect the patient's ability to drive vehicles or complex mechanisms.
Analogues
Synonyms medicinal product are not released. Analogues of Hematogen are preparations of Totem, Ferroplex, Fenyuls, Aktiferrin, Ferro-Folgamma and Ferlatum Fall.
Terms and conditions of storage
The instructions for Hematogen indicate that the product should be stored in a well-ventilated, dry place, out of the reach of children and protected from light, at room temperature.
