Lorenzo’s oil is a food for special medical purposes, nutritionally incomplete blend of four parts glycerol trioleate (GTO) oil and one part glycerol trierucate (GTE) oil for the dietary management of adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN).Suitable for children and adults.
Lorenzo’s oil is a nutritionally incomplete blend of four parts glycerol trioleate (GTO) oil and one part glycerol trierucate (GTE) oil.
Important notice:
For enteral use only. Not for parenteral use.
Must be used under medical supervision.
Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
Suitable for children and adults
Precautions:
The diet must be supplemented with essential fatty acids and other nutrients to meet the patient's nutritional requirements.
Suggested intake: The quantity of the product should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient.
The instructions below should be followed carefully to ensure the oil remains in optimum condition.
1. Leave the bottle at room temperature (approx. 21°C) for 1 hour before use.
2. Shake the bottle vigorously until the white sediment is evenly distributed throughout the oil.
3. Remove the daily volume required.
4. The daily volume should be kept in a sealed container in the dark, e.g. in a cupboard, at room temperature and taken throughout the day as instructed by the clinician or dietitian.
Shake well before use, to ensure minimum wastage of the white sediment.
Lorenzo’s Oil is usually given in conjunction with a low fat diet restricting C26:0 and may be taken on its own or mixed with permitted foods.
Unopened: Store In a cool dry place, away from sunlight, between 4 - 25°C.
Opened: Use within four weeks. Always replace bottle lid after use.
For the dietary management of adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN).Suitable for children and adults.
Disclaimer
Lorenzo's oil is food for medical use and should be used under medical supervision. Always follow the advice of your treating dietitian before making any changes to the diet. Consult with your treating dietitian whether Lorenzo's oil is suitable for you or your child.
As these products are to be used under medical supervision, this section is intended only for the above.
