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Carbohydrate Free Mix

Carbohydrate Free Mix is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. Carbohydrate Free Mix is a powdered product, very low in carbohydrate, containing a mixture of protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and trace elements for use in the dietary management of conditions where a low or modified carbohydrate diet is required such as glucose-galactose malabsorption, pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency and GLUT-1-deficiency. Suitable for infants and children. Carbohydrate Free Mix is available in 225g tins.
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ProductOrder CodePIP Code
Carbohydrate Free Mix 225g Tin119154119154

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For enteral use only. For use in the dietary management of conditions where a low or modified carbohydrate diet is required in infants and children such as glucose-galactose malabsorption, pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency and GLUT-1-deficiency.

Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.

Must be used under medical supervision. Not for parenteral use. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Suitable for infants and children. Must be supplemented with a suitable carbohydrate and energy source according to medical condition and individual tolerance.

The quantity of feed and dilution should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only and is dependent on the age, body weight and medical condition of the patient. This product is not nutritionally complete. Depending on the medical condition and individual requirements, a tolerated carbohydrate or suitable energy source may be added to the product. Preparation per 100ml: 90 ml water (approx. 3fl.oz) + 7 grams of powder to yield the recommended feed concentration (7% w/v). THE HEALTH OF YOUR INFANT DEPENDS ON CAREFULLY FOLLOWING THE DIRECTIONS FOR PREPARATION AND USE. INCORRECT PREPARATION CAN MAKE YOUR BABY ILL. For Bottle Feeding: 1. Wash hands thoroughly and clean the preparation area. Sterilise bottles and teats. 2. Boil fresh water for 5 minutes or until an electric kettle switches off. Pour the required amount of water into a sterilised feeding bottle. The product must be made up with hot water (50° C or 122°F) to fully dissolve. Measure the temperature using a thermometer 3. Use a scale to weigh out the prescribed amount of powder and add the powder to the water. 4. Replace the cap on the bottle and shake until the powder dissolves. If required, the suitable carbohydrate source can be added to the freshly prepared product and shake again. Before feeding ensure that the product is at the correct temperature by placing a few drops on the wrist. 5. Use immediately after reconstitution. Product remaining in the bottle after one hour of feeding should be discarded. Product must not be rewarmed during feeding. To prepare a tube feed, follow the advice of your clinician or dietitian for hygienic preparation and handling of the feed including sterilising equipment and using boiled, cooled water. Ensure the temperature of the water is at least 50˚C 122°F for feed preparation. 1. Weigh out the prescribed amount of powder. 2. Add a small amount of the required water to the prescribed amount of powder and stir with a fork until a smooth paste is obtained. 3. Continue stirring whilst adding the rest of the water until the prescribed dilution is achieved. To prepare a sip feed, wash hands and use clean equipment. Follow preparation instructions 1 - 3 for a tube feed or add the prescribed amount of powder to the measured volume of water, cover with a lid and shake until the powder is dissolved. Use boiled water or fresh water depending on age and medical condition.

Vegetable oils (Palm, High oleic sunflower, Coconut, Rapeseed, Sunflower), Sodium caseinate (from cow's milk), Calcium caseinate (from cow's milk), Calcium phosphate, Potassium citrate, Fish oil, Potassium chloride, Oil from Mortierella alpine, Calcium citrate, Magnesium acetate, Choline chloride, L-Ascorbic acid, Sodium chloride, Emulsifier (Sunflower lecithin), L-Cystine, Taurine, Inositol, Calcium chloride, Ferrous sulphate, Zinc sulphate, L-Carnitine, Retinyl acetate, Ascorbyl palmitate, Nicotinamide, Cholecalciferol, Calcium D-pantothenate, Riboflavin, Copper sulphate, Thiamin hydrochloride, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, Potassium iodide, Manganese sulphate, Pteroylmonoglutamic acid, Chromium chloride, Sodium molybdate, Phytomenadione, D-Biotin, Sodium selenite, Cyanocobalamin Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

18 months. Best before: see base of can.

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use within four weeks. Always replace container lid after use.

Nutrients Unit per 100ml At the recommended feed concentration (7% w/v) before the addition of a suitable carbohydrate source per 100ml
Energy kcal 47 678
Energy kJ 196 2805
Protein g 2.0 28.6
Carbohydrate g <0.01 <0.14
Sugars g <0.01 <0.10
Fat g 4.3 62.0
Saturated fat g 1.7 23.6
Fibre g 0 0
L-carnitine mg 1.10 15.8
Taurine mg 4.39 62.6
Choline mg 14.9 213
Inositol mg 4.10 58.6
L-alanine g 0.07 0.94
L-arginine g 0.08 1.09
L-aspartic-acid g 0.15 2.16
L-cystine g 0.02 0.31
Glycine g 0.04 0.58
L-glutamine g 0.47 6.70
L-histidine g 0.06 0.87
L-isoleucine g 0.11 1.58
L-leucine g 0.21 2.93
L-lysine g 0.17 2.46
L-methionine g 0.06 0.87
L-phenylalanine g 0.11 1.57
L-proline g 0.22 3.20
L-serine g 0.13 1.85
L-threonine g 0.09 1.33
L-tryptophan g 0.03 0.39
L-tyrosine g 0.12 1.67
L-valine g 0.14 2.04
L-carnitine g 0.001 0.014
Taurine g 0.004 0.06
Vitamins Unit per 100ml At the recommended feed concentration (7% w/v) before the addition of a suitable carbohydrate source per 100ml
Vitamin A mcg 64.0 914
Vitamin D mcg 1.20 17.2
Vitamin E mg 1.13 16.2
Vitamin E mg TE 1.13 16.2
Vitamin K mcg 3.15 45.0
Thiamin mg 0.07 0.99
Riboflavin mg 0.11 1.62
Niacin mg 0.68 9.72
Niacin mg NE 1.14 16.2
Pantothenic acid mg 0.40 5.73
Vitamin B₆ mg 0.05 0.73
Folic acid mcg 7.96 114
Folate mcg 13.3 190
Vitamin B₁₂ µg 0.15 2.10
Biotin µg 2.04 29.2
Vitamin C mg 8.61 123
Minerals Unit per 100ml At the recommended feed concentration (7% w/v) before the addition of a suitable carbohydrate source per 100ml
Sodium mg (mmol) 23.7 (1.03) 339 (14.8)
Potassium mg (mmol) 63.1(1.61) 901 (23.0)
Chloride mg (mmol) 43.1 (1.22) 616 (17.4)
Calcium mg (mmol) 64.5 (1.61) 921 (23.0)
Phosphorus mg (mmol) 36.7 (1.18) 524 (16.9)
Magnesium mg (mmol) 6.25 (0.26) 89.3 (3.67)
Iron mg 0.55 7.80
Zinc mg 0.57 8.10
Copper mg 0.050 0.71
Manganese mg 0.007 0.10
Molybdenum µg 2.82 40.3
Selenium µg 1.77 25.3
Chromium µg 2.25 32.2
Iodine µg 10.9 156

Review total vitamin, mineral and trace element intake to ensure requirements are met. Additional micronutrient supplementation may be necessary depending on the intake of this product and other dietary sources. Powdered product is not sterile. Do not boil and do not use a microwave oven to heat.

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