comida-PKU A formula
- 14,3g protein per 100g
- Contains essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, minerals and trace elements
- Contains arachidonic acid (ARA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
For the dietary management of Phenylketonuria and Hyperphenylalaninemia.
Suitable from:
- birth to 12 months of age
Available flavours:
- Unflavoured
*No added phenylalanine. Phenylalanine may be present in trace amounts from other ingredients (<10mg/100g, <1,5mg/100ml reconstituted product).
Product description
comida-PKU A formula is a phenylalanine free* amino acid based powdered formula containing essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, minerals, trace elements, arachidonic acid (ARA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Food for special medical purposes.
Indications
comida-PKU A formula is for the dietary management of Phenylketonuria and for Hyperphenylalaninemia; when dietary restrictions and the use of a phenylalanine free protein substitute are medically necessary.
comida-PKU A formula is suitable from birth to 12 months of age.
Recommended intake and administration
To be determined by the clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, body weight and medical condition of the patient.
Dried Glucose Syrup, Vegetable Oil (High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Rapeseed Oil, Sunflower Oil), Maltodextrin, L-Lysine L-Aspartate, L-Leucine, L-Tyrosine, Glycine, Calcium Glycerophosphate, L-Arginine L-Aspartate, L-Valine, L-Glutamine, L-Proline, L-Threonine, L-Isoleucine, Emulsifiers (E472c, E471), Potassium Chloride, L-Serine, Sodium Citrate, L-Alanine, L-Histidine, Thickener (E1450), Choline Bitartrate, L-Cystine, Oil from Mortierella alpina, Oil from microalgae Schizochytrium sp., Potassium Citrate, L-Tryptophan, L-Methionine, L-Arginine, Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Citrate, Vitamin C (Sodium L-Ascorbate, L-Ascorbic Acid), Inositol, Potassium Phosphate, Taurine, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E (D-Alpha-Tocopherol, DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate), Antioxidants (E304, E330) L-Carnitine L-Tartrate, Niacin (Nicotinamide), Pantothenic Acid (Calcium D-Pantothenate), Copper Gluconate, Manganese Gluconate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A (Retinyl Acetate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid (Pteroylmonoglutamic Acid), Vitamin K (Phylloquinone), Sodium Selenite, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, D-Biotin, Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol), Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin).
- does not contain any allergens
- suitable for a vegetarian diet
- not suitable for a vegan diet
- halal certified
- not suitable for a kosher diet
Nutrition facts |
per 100g |
per 100ml† |
|
|---|---|---|---|
Energy |
kJ |
2035 |
286 |
kcal |
486 |
68 |
|
Fat |
g |
25 |
3,5 |
of which saturates |
g |
5,6 |
0,8 |
monounsaturates |
g |
13,6 |
1,9 |
polyunsaturates |
g |
4,3 |
0,6 |
Alpha linolenic acid |
mg |
330 |
46 |
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) |
mg |
120 |
17 |
Linoleic acid |
mg |
3800 |
530 |
Arachidonic acid (ARA) |
mg |
120 |
17 |
Carbohydrate |
g |
51 |
7,2 |
of which sugars |
g |
4,0 |
0,6 |
Protein equivalent |
g |
14,3 |
2,0 |
L-Phenylalanine |
g |
- |
- |
Salt |
g |
0,48 |
0,07 |
† at standard dilution of 14,1%
Preparation Instructions
Wash hands well.
Sterilise bottle, teat and cap by boiling in water for five minutes. Leave covered until use.
Boil drinking water for five minutes. Allow to cool to lukewarm drinking temperature, i.e., water that feels warm on the wrist but not hot.
Pour exact amount of lukewarm water into the bottle.
Using the scoop provided, add the prescribed number of scoops of A formula to the water, levelling each scoop off with the back of a clean dry knife.
Do not press the powder into the scoop.
Shake well until the powder is fully dissolved.
Always test the temperature before feeding by shaking a few drops onto the inside of your wrist - the feed should feel warm but not hot.
Preparation Guidelines
Follow the instructions exactly and feed immediately. Incorrect preparation can make your infant baby ill.
Only prepare one bottle at a time. Use only the enclosed scoop.
The standard dilution is 14,1% (approximately 14,1g of powder made up to a final volume of 100ml water).
The standard dilution is made by adding 1 level scoop (approximately 4,7g powder) of comida-PKU A formula to 30ml of water (approximately 1 fluid oz).
Important feeding information
Any formula remaining in the bottle after 1 hour should be discarded.
Do not reheat comida-PKU A formula.
Do not heat comida-PKU A formula in a microwave as uneven heating may occur and could cause scalding.
Do not boil comida-PKU A formula.
Infants should be supervised at all times when feeding.
Regular teeth cleaning is recommended.
Preparation table
| Water (ml) | No. scoops | Per scoop (g) | Drinking volume (ml) | Protein equivalent (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 | 1 | 4,7 | 35 | 0,67 |
| 90 | 3 | 14,1 | 100 | 2 |
| 180 | 6 | 28,2 | 200 | 4 |
Important notice
- Use under medical supervision.
- Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition.
- Suitable from birth to 12 months of age.
- comida-PKU A formula must only be consumed by infants with proven Phenylketonuria/Hyperphenylalaninemia.
- comida-PKU A formula must be used in conjunction with breast milk or infant formula to provide the phenylalanine, fluid and general nutritional requirements of the infant in quantities as advised by a clinician or dietitian.
- For enteral use only.
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