HCU Lophlex Powder

HCU Lophlex is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. HCU Lophlex is a methionine-free amino acid-based powdered protein substitute, containing a balanced mix of essential and non-essential amino acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), vitamins, trace elements and some minerals. HCU Lophlex is for the dietary management of homocystinuria (HCU) in children aged 3 years onwards and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation). HCU Lophlex is available in 30 x 29g sachets in neutral flavour.

per 100g, per 29g

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HCU-Lophlex Unflavoured 29G

Must be used under strict medical supervision. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Not suitable for tube feeding.

This product must be supplemented with natural protein, fluid and other nutrients in medically prescribed quantities to supply the methionine and general nutrition requirements of the patient. Please monitor micronutrient intake to ensure that individual’s intakes are optimal. HCU Lophlex contains only trace amounts of sodium and chloride.

Recommended feed concentration: 29g powder (1 sachet) made up with 65ml water to give a final volume of approximately 80ml. The quantity and dilution of this product can be adapted to the tolerance and preferences of the individual under supervision of a clinician or dietitian. 1. Wash your hands and clean all utensils. 2. Measure the recommended amount of cold water into a container with a screw top lid. 3. Empty the contents of 1 sachet into the container. 4. Seal and shake well until the powder is dissolved. HCU Lophlex is best prepared with chilled water and consumed immediately after preparation. It can also be taken as a more concentrated drink, additional water or diluted drinks must be consumed at the same time. Do not boil and do not use a microwave oven to heat. Do not freeze.

L-leucine, L-lysine acetate, L-proline, dried glucose syrup, L-aspartic acid, L-tyrosine, L- glutamine, glycine, L-arginine, L-valine, L-serine, L-isoleucine, calcium hydrogen phosphate, L-alanine, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, L-cystine, L-histidine, magnesium acetate, flavouring, choline bitartrate, L-tryptophan, oil from Crypthecodinium cohnii, stabiliser (E412), modified starch (E1450), potassium citrate, flavour enhancer (E330), calcium phosphate, taurine, sodium L-ascorbate, high oleic sunflower oil, inositol, potassium hydrogen phosphate, ferrous sulphate, L-carnitine, zinc sulphate, nicotinamide, DL-ɑ-tocopheryl acetate, artificial sweetener (sucralose), calcium D-pantothenate, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, retinyl acetate, folic acid, potassium iodide, sodium molybdate, D-biotin, sodium selenite, chromium chloride, phytomenadione, cholecalciferol, cyanocobalamin.

Best before: see individual packaging.

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use immediately. Packaged in a protective atmosphere.

Halal

Energy kcal: kcal; 338; 98
Energy kj: kj; 1430; 416
Protein g: g; 68.9; 20
Carbohydrate g: g; 13.4; 3.9
sugars g: g; 1; 0.3
lactose g: g; 0; 0
Fat g: g; 1.4; 0.42
saturates g: g; 0.5; 0.15
monounsaturates g: g; 0.34; 0.1
polyunsaturates: g; 0.57; 0.16
DHA mg: mg; 520; 150

Vitamin A µg: µg; 982; 285
Vitamin D µg: μg; 27.6; 8
Vitamin E mg (mg α-TE): mg (mg α-TE); 14.9 (11.0); 4.31(3.20)
Vitamin K μg: μg; 86; 24.9
Thiamin mg: mg; 1.46; 0.42
Riboflavin mg: mg; 1.72; 0.50
Niacin mg (mg NE): mg (mg NE); 24.5 (46.9); 7.10 (13.6)
Pantothenic acid mg: mg; 6.9; 2
Vitamin B6 mg: mg; 2; 0.58
Folic acid μg: μg; 345; 100
Vitamin B12 μg: μg; 6.2; 1.8
Biotin μg: μg; 184; 53.4
Vitamin C mg: mg; 126; 36.6

sodium mg (mmol): mg (mmol); <60(<2.61); <17.4(<0.76)
Potassium mg (mmol): mg (mmol); 345(8.82); 100(2.56)
Chloride: mg (mmol); <50(1.41); <14.5(<0.41)
Calcium: mg (mmol); 1276(31.8); 370(9.2)
Phosphorus mg (mmol): mg (mmol); 966(31.2); 280(9.04)
Magnesium mg (mmol): mg (mmol); 369(15.2); 107(4.4)
Iron mg: mg; 18.3; 5.30
Zinc mg: mg; 13.4; 3.9
Copper mg: mg; 1.84; 0.53
Manganese mg: mg; 1.84; 0.53
Molybdenum: μg; 86.2; 25
Selenium μg: μg; 92.2; 26.8
Chromium: μg; 36.5; 10.6
Iodine μg: μg; 202; 58.4

L-alanine: g; 3.72; 1.08
L-arginine: g; 4.69; 1.36
L-aspartic acid: g; 5.38; 1.56
L-cystine: g; 3.1; 0.90
Glycine: g; 5.03; 1.46
L-glutamine: g; 5.1; 1.48
L-histidine: g; 2.69; 0.78
L-isoleucine: g; 4.28; 1.24
L-leucine: g; 7.24; 2.1
L-lysine: g; 4.9; 1.42
L-methionine: g; -; -
L-phenylalanine: g; 3.17; 0.92
L-proline: g; 6.34; 1.84
L-serine: g; 4.34; 1.26
L-threonine: g; 3.52; 1.02
L-tryptophan: g; 1.45; 0.42
L-tyrosine: g; 5.24; 1.52
L-valine: g; 4.62; 1.34

Choline mg: mg; 526; 153
Inositol mg: mg; 140; 40.6
Osmolality mOsmol/kgH2O: mOsmol/kgH2O; 2016; 2016

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