Product description

PKU Maxamum Orange is a phenylalanine-free, powdered mixture of amino acids with carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements.  It is suitable for the dietary management of proven phenylketonuria (PKU) in children 8 years and over, and adults, including pregnant women.  PKU Maxamum Orange contains sugars and sweetener.
Pack size: 50g sachet

Must be used under medical supervision.
For enteral use only.  Not for parenteral use.
Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
Suitable for children 8 years and older, and adults.
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 as prescribed by their healthcare professional. 

The recommended dosage and timing of intake is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient, and should be determined by a dietitian or clinician only. 

The required daily amount should be divided into equal portions and distributed throughout the day.  Water or diluted drinks should be offered or taken at the same time.  To ensure tolerance the product may initially need to be introduced at a lower concentration.  The quantity and dilution of this product can be adapted to the tolerance and preferences of the individual under supervision of a clinician or dietitian.

Recommended feed dilution:
It is recommended that the patient starts at a 1 to 7 dilution and builds up to a 1 to 5 dilution as tolerance increases.

  • 1 sachet = 50g powder
  • 1 to 7 dilution = 1 sachet + 350ml water
  • 1 to 5 dilution = 1 sachet + 250ml water
  • One sachet (50g) provides 19.7g protein equivalent

Make a paste with the prescribed quantity of powder by adding a small amount of water, before gradually diluting to the final volume required.

Best served chilled.  Stir before use.

Store in a cool, dry place.
Use sachet immediately after opening.
Once reconstituted, keep refrigerated and use within 24 hours. Shake or stir immediately before use.

Vegetarian

Dried glucose syrup, L-arginine L-aspartate, L-lysine acetate, L-leucine, L-tyrosine, calcium
glycerophosphate, L-proline, L-valine, glycine, L-isoleucine, L-glutamine, L-threonine, L-serine, tri potassium citrate, L-histidine, L-alanine, L-cystine, magnesium hydrogen phosphate, N-acetyl-Lmethionine, L-tryptophan, sodium chloride, tri sodium citrate, choline bitartrate, sugar, emulsifier (soy lecithin), magnesium L-aspartate, magnesium acetate, taurine, ferrous sulphate, L-ascorbic acid, inositol, zinc sulphate, L-carnitine, chromium sulphate, nicotinamide, manganese sulphate, DL-αtocopheryl acetate, calcium D-pantothenate, copper sulphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, vitamin A acetate, folic acid, sodium molybdate, potassium iodide, D-biotin, sodium hydrogen selenite, vitamin K1, vitamin D3, cyanocobalamin.

Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

Nutritional information per100 g50 g
ENERGY1260 kJ / 297 kcal630 kJ / 149 kcal
FAT of which<0.5 g<0.25 g
-Saturatestracetrace
-Monounsaturatestracetrace
-Polyunsaturatestracetrace
-Linoleic acid (LA)--
-Alpha linolenic acid (ALA)--
-Arachidonic acid (ARA)--
-Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)--
CARBOHYDRATE of which34 g17 g
Sugars31.7 g15.9 g
FIBRE0 g0 g
PROTEIN EQUIVALENT of which39 g19.5 g
L-Alanine1.7 g0.85 g
L-Arginine3.2 g1.6 g
L-Aspartic acid3 g1.5 g
L-Cystine1.2 g0.6 g
L-Glutamine5.2 g2.6 g
Glycine3 g1.5 g
L-Histidine1.8 g0.9 g
L-Isoleucine2.8 g1.4 g
L-Leucine4.8 g2.4 g
L-Lysine3.7 g1.9 g
L-Methionine0.8 g0.4 g
L-Phenylalanine--
L-Proline3.4 g1.7 g
L-Serine2.1 g1.1 g
L-Threonine2.3 g1.2 g
L-Tryptophan0.9 g0.45 g
L-Tyrosine4.2 g2.1 g
L-Valine3.1 g1.6 g
SALT1.4 g0.7 g
VITAMINS
Vitamin A710 µg355 µg
Vitamin D7.8 µg3.9 µg
Vitamin E--
Vitamin E5.2 mg (α-TE/ET)2.6 mg (α-TE/ET)
Vitamin C90 mg45 mg
Vitamin K70 µg35 µg
Thiamin1.4 mg0.7 mg
Riboflavin1.4 mg0.7 mg
Niacin13.6 mg6.8 mg
Niacin28.6 mg (NE/EN)14.3 mg (NE/EN)
Vitamin B62.1 mg1.1 mg
Folic acid500 µg250 µg
Folate--
Vitamin B123.6 µg1.8 µg
Biotin140 µg70 µg
Pantothenic acid5 mg2.5 mg
MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS
Sodium560 mg280 mg
Potassium700 mg350 mg
Chlorine560 mg280 mg
Calcium670 mg335 mg
Phosphorous670 mg335 mg
Magnesium285 mg143 mg
Iron23.5 mg11.8 mg
Copper1.4 mg0.7 mg
Zinc13.6 mg6.8 mg
Manganese2.1 mg1.1 mg
Iodine107 µg53.5 µg
Molybdenum107 µg53.5 µg
Selenium50 µg25 µg
Chromium50 µg25 µg
OTHERS
L-Carnitine0.02 g0.01 g
Choline321 mg161 mg
Inositol85.7 mg42.9 mg
Taurine0.15 g0.075 g

Disclaimer

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

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