Product description

PKU Lophlex LQ 20 Orange is a Food for Special Medical Purposes. A phenylalanine free, amino acid based liquid containing vitamins, minerals and trace elements. With sugars and sweetener. For the dietary management of proven phenylketonuria (PKU) in children from 4 years of age and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation).
Pack size: 125ml ready-to-drink pouch (containing 20g protein equivalent)

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 from 4 years and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation).
Only to be used by individuals with proven phenylketonuria (PKU) and hyperphenylalaninaemia (HPA).

This product should not be used as a sole source of protein but must be given in conjunction with natural protein and other nutrients to supply the phenylalanine, fluid and general nutrition requirements of the patient in medically prescribed quantities. The product contains only trace amounts of sodium, potassium and chloride.

Should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only, and is dependent on age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient. The daily required intake should be distributed throughout the day. Water or diluted drinks should be offered or taken at the same time.

  • 1 pouch = 125ml
  • One pouch provides 20g protein equivalent.

Shake well before use. Best served chilled.

Store at room temperature away from sunlight. 
Part consumed pouches can be stored in the refrigerator and consumed within 24 hours.

Vegetarian

Water, sugar, L-lysine acetate, L-leucine, L-proline, L-arginine, glycine, L-tyrosine, L-aspartic acid, L-valine, L-isoleucine, di calcium phosphate, L-alanine, flavour enhancer (E330), L-serine, L-threonine, L-histidine, flavourings, magnesium acetate, maltodextrin, L-cystine, N-acetyl L-methionine, choline bitartrate, L-tryptophan, stabilisers (E460(i), E412, E415), L-ascorbic acid, taurine, preservatives (E202, E211), Minositol, artificial sweetener (acesulfame K), ferrous sulphate, L-carnitine, zinc sulphate, nicotinamide, DL-ɑ tocopheryl acetate, calcium D-pantothenate, manganese sulphate, copper sulphate, colours (E120, E160a(ii)), vitamin A palmitate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, potassium iodide, sodium molybdate, D-biotin, sodium selenite, chromium chloride, vitamin K1, vitamin D3, cyanocobalamin.

Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

Nutritional information per100 ml125 ml*
ENERGY391 kJ / 92 kcal490 kJ / 115 kcal
FAT of whichNil addedNil added
CARBOHYDRATE of which7 g8.8 g
Sugars6 g7.5 g
FIBRE0.27 g0.34 g
PROTEIN EQUIVALENT of which16 g20 g
L-Alanine0.93 g1.2 g
L-Arginine1.6 g2 g
L-Aspartic acid1.4 g1.8 g
L-Cystine0.41 g0.51 g
Glycine1.5 g1.9 g
L-Histidine0.63 g0.79 g
L-Isoleucine0.99 g1.2 g
L-Leucine1.7 g2.1 g
L-Lysine1.3 g1.6 g
L-Methionine0.27 g0.34 g
L-PhenylalanineNil addedNil added
L-Proline1.6 g2 g
L-Serine0.87 g1.1 g
L-Threonine0.83 g1 g
L-Tryptophan0.33 g0.41 g
L-Tyrosine1.5 g1.9 g
L-Valine1.1 g1.4 g
SALT<0.05 g<0.06 g
VITAMINS
Vitamin A228 µg RE285 µg RE
IU759 µg949 µg
Vitamin D2.9 µg3.6 µg
IU116 µg144 µg
Vitamin E2.5 mg (α-TE/ET)3.2 mg (α-TE/ET)
IU3.8 mg4.8 mg
Vitamin C14.2 mg17.8 mg
Vitamin K19.9 µg24.9 µg
Thiamin0.34 mg0.42 mg
Riboflavin0.4 mg0.5 mg
Niacin5.7 mg7.1 mg
Niacin11.2 mg NE/EN14 mg NE/EN
Vitamin B60.46 mg0.58 mg
Folic acid199 µg249 µg
Vitamin B121.4 µg1.8 µg
Biotin42.7 µg23.4 µg
Pantothenic acid1.4 mg1.8 mg
MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS
Sodium<20 mg / <5 mmol<25 mg / <10 mmol
Potassium<20 mg / <5 mmol<25 mg / <10 mmol
Chlorine<20 mg / <5 mmol<25 mg / <10 mmol
Calcium285 mg / 7.1 mmol356 mg / 8.9 mmol
Phosphorous221 mg / 7.1 mmol276 mg / 8.9 mmol
Magnesium85.6 mg / 3.6 mmol107 mg / 4.5 mmol
Calcium : Phosphorous1.3:1 
Iron4.2 mg5.3 mg
Copper0.42 mg0.53 mg
Zinc3.1 mg3.9 mg
Manganese0.42 mg0.53 mg
Iodine46.7 µg58.4 µg
Molybdenum20 µg25 µg
Selenium21.4 µg26.7 µg
Chromium8.5 µg10.6 µg
OTHERS
Choline122 mg152 mg
Inositol32.5 mg40.6 mg
L-Carnitine10.3 mg12.9 mg
Taurine77.1 mg96.4 mg
Osmolality2390 mOsm/kg 

*Each 20g PE pouch contains 125ml (PKU Lophlex LQ)

Disclaimer

PKU Lophlex LQ 20 Orange is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of proven phenylketonuria (PKU), from 4 years and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation), and must be used under medical supervision.

*PKU Lophlex® LQ is a low volume ready to drink protein substitute available for use for people with PKU from 4 years of age and adults, containing 10g PE in 62.5ml and 20g PE in 125ml. 

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