HCY 2 is a medical food powder that is free of the essential amino acid methionine for children and adults with documented homocystinuria. The product has all other essential amino acids as well as nonessential amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Use under direct and continuing medical supervision.

Product Benefits

• Vanilla scent
• Volume: 1 lb.
• Kosher Dairy (OU-D), Halal
• Mixes easily and stays in suspension well
• Suitable for someone with lactose intolerance
• Can be easily modified with preferred flavor enhancers

HCY 2 has all the essential amino acids appropriate for patients with documented homocystinuria, as well as nonessential amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals.

• Methionine-free
• 22 g protein equivalent/100 g powder
• Vitamin and mineral levels appropriate for children and adults
• Cystine level is similar to the sum of cystine and methionine found in cow's milk

Ingredients: Corn syrup solids, amino acids (L-glutamine, L-leucine, L-lysine hydrochloride, potassium aspartate, L-proline, L-valine, L-isoleucine, L-alanine, L-arginine, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, L-tyrosine, L-serine, L-cystine, glycine, L-histidine, L-tryptophan), sugar, soy oil, modified corn starch, calcium phosphate, sodium citrate, magnesium phosphate, potassium chloride and less than 1%: sodium phosphate, potassium citrate, choline chloride, ascorbic acid, taurine, inositol, ferrous sulfate, L-carnitine, zinc sulfate, niacinamide, vitamin E acetate, vitamin A palmitate, calcium pantothenate, cupric sulfate, manganese sulfate, vitamin B12, thiamin hydrochloride, vitamin B6 hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin D3, chromic chloride, sodium molybdate, sodium selenite, sodium iodide, biotin, vitamin K1, ethyl vanillin.

DILUTION INFORMATION FOR HCY 2

A medical professional will provide the correct amount of powder to mix with water for consumption.

It is important to follow the directions below.

Measure the correct amount of water into a suitable container for mixing. Then add the required amount of product. Mix well until blended. Consume the prepared beverage immediately or cover and refrigerate. Use within 48 hours of preparation. Mix before drinking.

If instructed to use the scoop in the can, each unpacked, level scoop delivers approximately 14.5 g of powder. Store DRY scoop in can.

Refer to the product label for the most accurate information.

CAUTION: Mead Johnson Nutrition HCY 2 is to be used only in the dietary management of children and adults with documented homocystinuria while under direct and continuing medical supervision.

WARNING: This product is nutritionally incomplete. Continuing medical supervision and frequent blood tests are required. HCY 2 must be supplemented using other food sources of protein and fluid to provide enough methionine to support dietary requirements of children and adults.

WARNING: Not for parenteral (I.V.) use.

Powder Storage: Store cans at room temperature. After opening can, keep tightly covered, store in a dry area and use contents within 1 month. Do not freeze powder and avoid excessive heat.

Use by date on can end.