XMET Homidon is an unflavoured methionine-free, powdered mixture of other essential and non-essential amino acids for the dietary management of proven homocystinuria (HCU). It is suitable for use from birth.
XMET Homidon is a methionine-free, powdered mixture of other essential and non-essential amino acids. It is suitable for the dietary management of proven homocystinuria (HCU) from birth.
Pack size: 500g tin
Must be used under medical supervision.
For enteral use only. Not for parenteral use.
Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
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 methionine, 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:
1 to 20 ratio (e.g. 1g powder + 20ml water) = 350 mOsmol/kg H2O
Make a paste with the prescribed quantity of powder by adding a small amount of water, before gradually diluting to the final volume required.
The dilution is a guidelines only. Can be taken as a more concentrated drink or paste, but additional water or diluted drinks should be offered at the same time.
Best served chilled. Stir before use.
XMET Homidon may be flavoured by adding a separate flavour modjul / flavour sachet from the Nutricia range.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Once opened, use within 4 weeks. Always replace container lid after use.
Once reconstituted, refrigerate and consume within 24 hrs.
Vegetarian
L-lysine L-glutamate, L-leucine, L-proline, L-arginine, L-valine, glycine, L-isoleucine, L-aspartic acid, L-threonine, dried glucose syrup, L-phenylalanine, L-tyrosine, L-serine, L-alanine, L-histidine, L-cystine, L-tryptophan, L-glutamine, L-glutamic acid, tricalcium phosphate, taurine, L-carnitine.
Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.
| Nutritional information per | 100 g | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ENERGY | 1386 kJ / 326 kcal | ||
| FAT of which | 0 g | ||
| -Saturates | 0 g | ||
| -Monounsaturates | - | ||
| -Polyunsaturates | - | ||
| CARBOHYDRATE of which | 4.5 g | ||
| Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| FIBRE | 0 g | ||
| PROTEIN EQUIVALENT of which | 77 g | ||
| L-Alanine | 3.78 g | ||
| L-Arginine | 6.6 g | ||
| L-Aspartic acid | 5.51 g | ||
| L-Cystine | 2.46 g | ||
| L-Glutamic acid | 7.41 g | ||
| L-Glutamine | 0.81 g | ||
| Glycine | 5.91 g | ||
| L-Histidine | 3.77 g | ||
| L-Isoleucine | 5.91 g | ||
| L-Leucine | 10.13 g | ||
| L-Lysine | 6.88 g | ||
| L-Methionine | - | ||
| L-Phenylalanine | 4.47 g | ||
| L-Proline | 7.17 g | ||
| L-Serine | 4.42 g | ||
| L-Threonine | 4.96 g | ||
| L-Tryptophan | 1.96 g | ||
| L-Tyrosine | 4.47 g | ||
| L-Valine | 6.45 g | ||
| SALT | <0.05 g | ||
| VITAMINS | |||
| Vitamin A | - | ||
| Vitamin D | - | ||
| Vitamin E | - | ||
| Vitamin E | - | ||
| Vitamin C | - | ||
| Vitamin K | - | ||
| Thiamin | - | ||
| Riboflavin | - | ||
| Niacin | - | ||
| Niacin | - | ||
| Vitamin B6 | - | ||
| Folic acid | - | ||
| Folate | - | ||
| Vitamin B12 | - | ||
| Biotin | - | ||
| Pantothenic acid | - | ||
| MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS | |||
| Sodium | <20 mg | ||
| Potassium | 110 mg | ||
| Chlorine | - | ||
| Calcium | - | ||
| Phosphorous | 60 mg | ||
| Magnesium | - | ||
| Iron | - | ||
| Copper | - | ||
| Zinc | - | ||
| Manganese | - | ||
| Iodine | - | ||
| Molybdenum | - | ||
| Selenium | - | ||
| Chromium | - | ||
| OTHERS | |||
| L-Carnitine | 0.06 g | ||
| Choline | - | ||
| Inositol | - | ||
| Taurine | 0.12 g | ||
| Osmolatity | 350 mOsmol/kg H₂O** | ||
*Nil added
**At the recommended dilution of 1 to 20 (i.e. 1g + 20ml water)
06-2018
Disclaimer
XMET Homidon is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of proven vitamin B6 non-responsive homocystinuria or hypermethioninaemia, for use from birth, and must be used under medical supervision.. Consult with your treating dietitian whether XMET Homidon is suitable for you or your child.
These products are Foods for Special Medical Purposes and should be used under medical supervision.
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