TheraCran^® HP for Kids Cranberry Tablets (180 count bottle)

Q. How is TheraCran HP for Kids different than other cranberry supplements?

TheraCran HP for Kids is the only pediatric cranberry supplement available. It has been independently tested and certified for its purity and proanthocyanidin (PAC) content. It contains a whole cranberry extract from cranberry juice, skins, flesh, and seeds, and each batch is tested for bioactivity.

Q. What are proanthocyanidins?

Proanthocyanidins (PACs) are compounds naturally occurring in cranberries. Researchers have shown that the particular type of proanthocyanidins found in cranberries has the ability to help optimize urinary tract health.

Q. Are there any side effects from taking TheraCran HP for Kids?

No. There are no expected side effects from TheraCran HP for Kids. Any person with a known allergy to cranberries should not take TheraCran HP for Kids

Q. How is TheraCran HP for Kids different from drinking cranberry juice?

TheraCran HP for Kids is virtually calorie-free. Ounce-for-ounce, cranberry juice cocktail contains more calories and sugar than Coke®. TheraCran HP for Kids doesn't become less potent over time. Dried cranberry powder is very stable, but cranberry juice can become less potent the longer it sits on a shelf. Many children's juice blends that mix cranberry with other fruit juices do not contain much cranberry.

Q. What does TheraCran HP for Kids taste like?

TheraCran HP for Kids has a sweet and somewhat sour taste. The taste is often compared to a SweeTart.® If you would like a sample for your child to try, please request one by contacting Customer Service at (800) 449-4447 or by submitting the Contact Us form.

Q. Can TheraCran HP for Kids be taken by adults?

Yes. TheraCran HP for Kids can be taken by adults. For those adults who do not like to, or who are unable to, swallow pills, TheraCran HP for Kids chewable tablets are a good option. Adults should chew four tablets per day, for example, two tablets in the morning and two tablets in the evening, with meals.

Q. Can TheraCran HP for Kids be taken along with other nutritional supplements?

Yes. TheraCran HP for Kids can be taken along with other nutritional supplements, for example, a child's daily multivitamin. There are no known nutritional supplement interactions with TheraCran HP for Kids.

Q. Does TheraCran HP for Kids interact with prescription medications?

No. TheraCran HP for Kids is not likely to interact with any prescription medications. It used to be thought that cranberry would increase the effect of warfarin (Coumadin®), a blood thinner. Recent studies have shown that there is no significant interaction. If you take Coumadin, however, it is important to continue to closely monitor your INR levels once you start taking TheraCran HP for Kids.


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Feel free to reach out to the Nutrition Department by phone at (888) 899-3899 ext. 2 or by email here.