Dialamine (UCD ages 6 months +)
Nutritional value per serving
Serving Information
Amount per 100 grams / 100 ml of product
| Nutrition Information | per 100g powder | per 100ml |
| Energy kJ | 1530 | 264 |
| kcal | 360 | 62.1 |
| Protein Equivalent g | 25 | 4.3 |
| Total Amino Acids g | 30 | 5.2 |
| Carbohydrate g | 65 | 11.2 |
| of which sugars g | 59 | 10.2 |
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Description
Dialamine is a pale orange powder containing 30% essential amino acids, carbohydrate, flavouring and low levels of minerals. Available in orange flavour only. A food for special medical purposes.
Indications and Prescribability
Dialamine can be used in infants over 6 months, children and adults as an essential amino acid supplement for the dietary management of certainurea cycle disorders such as OTC deficiency and CPS deficiency.
Suggested Intake
The quantity of Dialamine should be determined by a clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient.
A source of vitamins, minerals and trace elements may be required.
Preparation & Administration
The recommended dilution is 1 to 5 (i.e. 20g Dialamine plus 100ml water). Osmotically sensitive patients may require an initial dilution of 1 to 7.
1. Add a small amount of water to the prescribed amount of Dialamine. Stir with a fork until a smooth paste is obtained.
2. Continue stirring whilst adding the remaining volume of water.
Dialamine is now ready for use.
Dialamine is best served as a chilled drink.
The osmolality of Dialamine at 1 to 5 dilution is 900 mosm/kg.
Precautions
Use under medical supervision.
Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition.
Not for parenteral use.
Precautions
Store in cool, dry place.
Always replace the container lid after use.
Once opened use within one month.
Pack Size
200g securitainers.
Notes
Shelf life: 2 years.