Maxisorb
Nutritional value per serving
Serving Information
Amount per 100 grams / 100 ml of product
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Description
Maxisorb is a palatable, convenient, high protein, powdered supplement, based on whey protein. Available in Strawberry and Vanilla flavours. A food for special medical purposes.
Indications and Prescribability
Maxisorb can be used for children and adults for the dietary management of a range of conditions requiring protein supplementation such as:
1. Catabolic states e.g. burns, trauma, post operative stress.
2. Conditions where protein losses are high e.g. Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis (C.A.P.D.), protein losing enteropathies.
Maxisorb has low electrolyte and phosphorus levels making it a suitable protein supplement for renal patients. Maxisorb may also be a convenient protein supplement for patients with dysphagia, as the consistency can be easily altered or as a nutritional supplement for pre-operative feeding.
Suggested Intake
The quantity of Maxisorb should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient.
Each sachet of Maxisorb provides 12g of protein.
Preparation & Administration
Maxisorb powder can be made up in three ways:
1. As a drink, by adding 120ml of cold water* to one 30g sachet, and whisking.
2. As a creamy dessert, by mixing one 30g sachet with a little cold water* to form a paste, then gradually diluting with the remaining water * (total 50ml), stirring continuously. Place in the refrigerator for 1/2 to 1 hour to thicken. The prepared Maxisorb should be refrigerated if not for immediate use and must not be kept longer than 24hrs from time of preparation.
3. As a frozen dessert, by preparing as in (2) , then freeze for 2-3 hours. Remove from the freezer 15 minutes before eating. If frozen consume within one week.
* Milk may be substituted for water providing additional milk is not contra indicated in the diet.
Precautions
Use under medical supervision.
Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition.
Not suitable for infants.
Not for parenteral use.
Precautions
Store in a cool, dry place.
Once opened a sachet of Maxisorb should be stored in a cool dry place and used within 2-3 days.
Unopened shelf life 2 years.
Pack Size
Maxisorb is available as 5 x 30g sachets.
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