XMET Homidon (Homocystinuria all ages)
Nutritional value per serving
Serving Information
Amount per 100 grams / 100 ml of product
| Nutrition Information | per 100g powder |
| Energy kJ | 1386 |
| kcal | 326 |
| Protein Equivalent g | 77 |
| Total Amino Acids g | 93 |
| Carbohydrate g | 4.5 |
| of which sugars | 0.4 |
| of which lactose | nil added |
Description
XMET Homidon is a methionine free unflavoured blend of essential and non-essential amino acids. A food for special medical purposes.
Indications and Prescribability
XMET Homidon can be used in infants, children and adults for the dietary management of Homocystinuria.
Suggested Intake
The quantity of XMET Homidon and the dilution should be determined by a clinician or a dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight, and medical condition of the patient.
The diet must be supplemented with some natural protein and other nutrients in medically prescribed quantities to meet the methionine and general nutrient requirements of the patient. A source of vitamins, minerals, and trace elements is also required eg. Phlexy-Vits.
XMET Homidon can be used as part of a modular feed or added as an amino acid supplement to XMET Analog in the latter stages of weaning.
Preparation & Administration
The recommended dilution is 1 to 20 (i.e. 5g of XMET Homidon plus 100ml of water).
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1. Add a small amount of water to the prescribed amount of XMET Homidon. Stir with a fork until a smooth paste is obtained.
2. Continue stirring whilst adding the remaining volume of water.
XMET Homidon can be taken as a chilled drink. It can also be taken as a paste, additional water or diluted drinks must be consumed at the same time. XMET Homidon may also be flavoured with a separate flavour from the SHS flavour range.
FLAVOURING IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR INFANTS LESS THAN SIX MONTHS.
The osmolality of XMET Homidon at a 1 to 20 dilution is 350 mosm/kg.
Precautions
Use under medical supervision.
Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition.
Not for parenteral use.
Requires an additional source of vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
Precautions
Store in a cool, dry place.
Always replace the container lid after use.
Once opened use within one month.
Pack Size
200g securitainer.
Notes
Shelf life: 3 years.