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Essential Amino Acid Mix
Product description
Essential AA Mix is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. Essential Amino Acid Mix is a powdered mixture of essential amino acids (including cystine and histidine). It may be used for those requiring essential amino acid supplementation and in the dietary management of certain urea cycle disorders and arginase deficiency. Suitable for use from birth.
Essential AA Mix is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. Essential Amino Acid Mix is a powdered mixture of essential amino acids (including cystine and histidine). It may be used for those requiring essential amino acid supplementation and in the dietary management of certain urea cycle disorders and arginase deficiency. Suitable for use from birth.
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Product
Order Code
Essential AA Mix Powder 200g Tin
553066
Precautions
Must be used under medical supervision. For enteral use only. Not intended for use as the sole source of nutrition.
Preparation and directions for usage
The dosage of Essential Amino Acid Mix is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient and should be determined by the clinician or dietitian. Essential Amino Acid Mix may be taken as a drink or paste. Suggested dilution 1 to 20, i.e. 5g of powder plus 100mls water. Mix the prescribed amount of the powder to a paste with cold water and make up to the required volume. If taken as a paste, water or diluted drinks should be offered at the same time. Essential Amino Acid Mix may also be flavoured using a flavour from the Nutricia range. Flavouring is not recommended for infants less than 6 months old. Once reconstituted, the feed should be refrigerated and must not be kept longer than 24 hours from the time of preparation. Stir or shake immediately before serving.
Ingredients
L-Lysine Acetate, L-Leucine, L-Valine, L-Threonine, L-Isoleucine, L-Tyrosine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Histidine, L-Cystine, L-Methionine, L-Tryptophan. Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place. Once container is opened, use within one month. Always replace the container lid after use.
Suitability
Vegetarian
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