Vitaflo PKU Express 20 Plus Oral Supplement is a powdered phenylalanine-free solution for the dietary control of Phenylketonuria (PKU). A blend of essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrates, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), vitamins, and minerals reflects the updated nutrition profile in line with recommendations to ensure appropriate consumption of nutrients lacking in the normal low protein diet.
PKU Express Plus can be readily customized to a person's preferred volume. PKU express plus is a concentrated, powdered PKU protein substitute that when mixed with water is easily made into a drink.
Features:
- Suitable from 3 years of age
- Available in 20 g protein equivalent packets
- Convenient, pre-measured packaging: no weighing or measuring required, and easily portable
- Low volume: Mix one packet with 3 fl oz of water or allowed beverage to make a low-volume drink
- Individual taste preferences can be accommodated with five different flavors. Each can be blended as is or readily customized with authorized beverages to provide a range of flavors
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION: To be determined by the clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, body weight, and medical condition of the patient.
- Each 34 g packet of PKU express plus provides20 g of protein equivalent.
PREPARATION GUIDELINES:
- Empty the contents of the packet into a cup with a lid.
- Add 90 ml (3 fl oz) of cold water or other permitted beverage.
- Secure the lid and shake well for 10 seconds until the powder dissolves
STORAGE: Store in a cool dry place. Packets are designed for single use and should be used immediately once opened. Any unused powder in a packet must be tightly sealed and used within 24 hours.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
- For enteral use only.
- Not for intravenous use.
- Not for use as a sole source of nutrition.
- Must only be consumed by people with proven PKU under strict medical supervision.
- The diet must be supplemented with natural protein, water, and other nutrients in prescribed quantities to supply phenylalanine, fluid, and general nutrition requirements.