| Type: | combo |
| Component1: | Iron |
| Class1: | Dietary mineral |
| Component2: | Zinc |
| Class2: | Dietary mineral |
| Component3: | Vitamin A |
| Class3: | Vitamin |
Multiple micronutrient powder (MNP) is a combination of at least iron, zinc, and vitamin A. It is used to prevent malnutrition in children and during health emergencies.[1] The target age group is generally those 6 month to 5 years of age.[1] It is used by combining with food once a day for one or more months.[1]
While no side effects have been documented, abdominal discomfort may potentially occur.[1] Some versions of the product contain additional micronutrients such as vitamin C and folic acid.
In 2019, it was added to the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines.[2], more than 24 million courses of treatment were distributed via UNICEF.[3]
Multiple micronutrient powder is used to prevent malnutrition in children and during health emergencies.[3] [1] Its use has been found to decrease the risk of anemia.[4]