Ketonex-2 Amino Acid-Modified Medical Food provides nutrition support for children and adults with maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) or beta-ketothiolase deficiency. Use under medical supervision.
Features
- Halal.
- Non-GMO.
- Gluten-free.
- Lactose-free.
- Volume: 14.1 oz
- Kosher made with pareve ingredients.
- DHA to help support brain and eye development.
- Nutrient profile specifically designed for children and adults.
- Approximately 30% of energy as fat to help supply essential fatty acids.
- Branched-chain amino acid-free to allow greater intake of intact protein.
- When fed according to the Abbott Nutrition Support Protocols, provides adequate amounts of all nutrients.
- L-carnitine (200 mg/100 g) and taurine (125 mg/100 g) help supply amounts normally found in foods of animal origin.
Precautions
- Not for IV use.
- Do not heat or use in cooking.
- Not for infants under 1 year of age.
- Not intended as a sole source of nutrition.
- Must be supplemented with protein and fluid in prescribed amounts to completely meet isoleucine, leucine, valine, and water requirements.
* Ingredients not genetically engineered.
Ingredients: Corn Syrup Solids, L-Alanine, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Citrate, Soy Oil, L-Proline, L-Lysine, L-Arginine, Calcium Phosphate, L-Glutamine, Glycine, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, L-Tyrosine. Less than 2% of L-Phenylalanine, L-Serine, L-Asparagine, L-Threonine, Silicon Dioxide, Modified Corn Starch, Potassium Citrate, L-Histidine, Potassium Phosphate, L-methionine, Schizochytrium Sp. Oil, L-Glutamic Acid, Calcium Citrate, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Calcium Carbonate, L-Tryptophan, Citric Acid, L-aspartic acid, Ascorbic Acid, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.
Directions for Preparation and Use: Use Only As Directed by a Physician
Depending on the specific needs of each individual, preparation will vary as prescribed by a physician.
- Wash your hands, surfaces, and utensils.
- Pour the prescribed amount of water into a clean container.
- Add the prescribed amount of Ketonex-2 powder (and other ingredients if recommended).
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds; if using a blender, mix no more than 5 seconds.
- Pour mixture into a clean feeding cup or container; cap.
- Serve chilled. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.
Helpful Hints
- Add sweetened drink crystals to enhance flavor.
- Add chocolate or strawberry syrup.
- Mix Ketonex-2 with fruit to make a smoothie
- Freeze the flavored mixture into slushies.
Mixing Guide: Approximate weights for unpacked, level, dry U.S. standard household measures for powder
1 Tbsp |
8 g |
1/4 Cup |
30 g |
1/3 Cup |
40 g |
1/2 Cup |
60 g |
1 Cup |
120 g |
For the most accurate results, Ketonex-2 should be weighed on a scale that reads in grams.
Storage Instructions:
- Once mixed, store the container in the refrigerator and use within 24 hours
- Store unopened or opened can at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
- Use opened can contents within 1 month.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Warning: This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.