Product description

Monogen is a nutritionally complete low fat, whole whey protein containing powdered feed low in long chain triglycerides (LCT) and high in medium chain triglycerides (MCT).
Allergens: contains milk and walnut.

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 as a sole source of nutrition for infants under 1 year of age and as a supplement for young children children.

Suggested intake: The quantity of feed and the dilution should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only, and is dependent on age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient.<

Recommended feed concentration:
The recommended feed concentration is 16.8% w/v (16.8g of product made up to a final volume of approximately 100ml with water). Osmolality at this concentration is 240 mOsmol/kg H2O.

  • 1 levelled scoop = 5.6g powder
  • 3 levelled scoops + 90ml water = approximately 100ml

Use immediately after reconstitution. Formula must not be rewarmed during feeding.

Unopened: Store in a cool, dry place.
Opened: Use within four weeks. Always replace container lid after use.
Prepared feed: Formula remaining in the bottle after one hour of feeding should be discarded.

For the dietary management of disorders requiring a low long chain triglyceride (LCT), high medium chain triglyceride (MCT) intake, such as long chain fatty acid oxidation defects (LCHADs), chylothorax and lymphangiectasia. Suitable as a sole source of nutrition for infants and as a supplementary feed for children over 1 year of age and adults.

Maltodextrin, skimmed cow's milk, refined vegetable oils (medium chain triglycerides (coconut and/or palm oil), walnut oil, sunflower oil), whey protein (from cow's milk), calcium caseinate (from cow's milk), sodium citrate, glucose syrup, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, magnesium hydrogen phosphate, oil from Crypthecodinium cohnii, choline chloride, oil from Mortierella alpina, L-valine, inositol, L-ascorbic acid, L-tryptophan, sodium L-ascorbate, taurine, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate, L-carnitine, DL-α-tocopheryl acetate, nicotinamide, DL-α-tocopherol, calcium Dpantothenate, copper sulphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, retinyl acetate, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, pteroylmonoglutamic acid, potassium iodide, manganese sulphate, chromium chloride, sodium molybdate, phytomenadione, D-biotin, sodium selenite, cholecalciferol. Allergens: contains milk and walnut.

Nutritional information per100 g100 ml
ENERGY1859 kJ / 441 kcal312 kJ / 74 kcal
FAT of which12.9 g2.2 g
-Saturates11.3 g1.9 g
-Monounsaturates0.34 g0.06 g
-Polyunsaturates1.3 g0.22 g
-Linoleic acid (LA)0.87 g146 mg
-Alpha linolenic acid (ALA)0.17 g29.4 mg
-Arachidonic acid (ARA)0.06 g10.4 mg
-Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)0.06 g10.4 mg
-MCT10.9 g1.8 g
-MCT%84 (g/100g fatty acids) 
-LCT2.0 g0.34 g
-LCT%16 (g/100g fatty acids) 
-Ratio n6:n3 fatty acids3.87:1 
CARBOHYDRATE of which68.1 g11.4 g
Sugars11.6 g1.9 g
FIBRE0 g0 g
PROTEIN EQUIVALENT of which13.1 g2.2 g
L-Alanine--
L-Arginine--
L-Aspartic acid--
L-Cystine--
L-Glutamic acid--
L-Glutamine--
Glycine--
L-Histidine--
L-Isoleucine--
L-Leucine--
L-Lysine--
L-Methionine--
L-Phenylalanine--
L-Proline--
L-Serine--
L-Threonine--
L-Tryptophan--
L-Tyrosine--
L-Valine--
SALT0.53 g0.09 g
VITAMINS
Vitamin A386 µg64.9 µg
Vitamin D11.9 µg2.00 µg
Vitamin E6.62 mg1.11 mg
Vitamin E4.92 mg (α-TE/ET)0.83 mg (α-TE/ET)
Vitamin C58.7 mg9.86 mg
Vitamin K19.3 µg3.25 µg
Thiamin0.36 mg0.06 mg
Riboflavin0.52 mg0.09 mg
Niacin3.00 mg0.50 mg
Niacin7.00 mg (NE/EN)1.18 mg (NE/EN)
Vitamin B60.44 mg0.07 mg
Folic acid64.8 µg10.9 µg
Folate123 µg20.7 µg
Vitamin B120.68 µg0.11 µg
Biotin16.5 µg2.78 µg
Pantothenic acid2.69 mg0.45 mg
MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS
Sodium210 mg35.3 mg
Potassium441 mg74.1 mg
Chlorine347 mg58.3 mg
Calcium365 mg61.3 mg
Phosphorous217 mg36.4 mg
Magnesium44.0 mg7.39 mg
Iron6.62 mg1.11 mg
Copper0.36 mg0.060 mg
Zinc4.60 mg0.77 mg
Manganese0.029 mg0.005 mg
Iodine91.4 µg15.4 µg
Molybdenum26.3 µg4.42 µg
Selenium17.5 µg2.94 µg
Chromium10.1 µg1.70 µg
OTHERS
L-Carnitine10.70 mg1.80 mg
Choline138 mg23.2 mg
Inositol88.4 mg14.9 mg
Taurine30.0 mg5.03 mg
Osmolality 200 mOsmol/kg H2O

* Standard dilution = 16.8 g powder + 90 ml water

Monogen 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 Monogen is suitable for you or your child.

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