Product description

PKU Lophlex Orange is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. A nutritionally incomplete, phenylalanine free amino acid-based powder containing a balanced mix of essential and non-essential amino acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), vitamins, trace elements and some minerals. With sugar and sweetener. PKU Lophlex is for the dietary management of proven phenylketonuria (PKU) in children over the age of 3 years and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation).
Pack size: 28g sachet

Must be used under medical supervision. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Not suitable for tube feeding. Only intended for use by individuals with phenylketonuria.

This product must be supplemented with natural protein, fluid and other nutrients in medically prescribed quantities to supply the phenylalanine and general nutrition requirements of the patient. Please monitor micronutrient intake to ensure that individual’s intakes are optimal. The product contains only trace amounts of sodium and chloride.

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:
28g of product made up to a final volume of approximately 80ml.

  • 1 sachet = 28g powder
  • 1 sachet + 65ml water = approximately 80ml
  • One portion (28g) provides 20g protein equivalent.

Best prepared with chilled water and consumed immediately after preparation.
Do not boil and do not use a microwave oven to heat.
Do not freeze.

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

Vegetarian

L-Glutamine, L-lysine acetate, L-Leucine, L-Arginine, L-proline, L-tyrosine, glycine, L-aspartic acid, L-valine, calcium hydrogen phosphate, L-Isoleucine, L-alanine, L-serine, dried glucose syrup, flavourings, L-threonine, flavour enhancer (E330), Lhistidine, magnesium acetate, L-cystine, choline bitartrate, L-tryptophan, oil from Crypthecodinium cohnii, stabiliser (E412), Lmethionine, modified starch (E1450), potassium citrate, taurine, calcium phosphate, sodium L-ascorbate, high oleic sunflower oil, inositol, potassium phosphate monobasic, ferrous sulphate, L-Carnitine, artificial sweetener (sucralose), zinc sulphate, nicotinamide, DL-a-tocopheryl acetate, calcium D-pantothenate, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate, colour (E160a), pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, retinyl acetate, folic acid, potassium iodide, sodium molybdate, D-biotin, sodium selenite, chromium chloride, phytomenadione, cholecalciferol, cyanocobalamin.

Allergy Advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold.

Nutritional information per100 g28 g
ENERGY1498 kJ / 353 kcal419 kJ / 99 kcal
FAT of which1.5 g0.42 g
-Saturates0.52 g0.15 g
-Monounsaturates0.35 g0.1 g
-Polyunsaturates0.59 g0.16 g
-Linoleic acid (LA)--
-Alpha linolenic acid (ALA)--
-Arachidonic acid (ARA)--
-Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)0.54 mg150 mg
CARBOHYDRATE of which14.5 g4 g
Sugars1.4 g0.38 g
FIBRE1.3 g0.36 g
PROTEIN EQUIVALENT of which71.4 g20 g
L-Alanine3.71 g1.04 g
L-Arginine6.36 g1.78 g
L-Aspartic acid5.57 g1.56 g
L-Cystine1.64 g0.46 g
L-Glutamic acid--
L-Glutamine7.64 g2.14 g
Glycine5.93 g1.66 g
L-Histidine2.5 g0.7 g
L-Isoleucine3.93 g1.1 g
L-Leucine6.71 g1.88 g
L-Lysine5.14 g1.44 g
L-Methionine1.07 g0.3 g
L-Phenylalanine--
L-Proline6.36 g1.78 g
L-Serine3.43 g0.96 g
L-Threonine3.29 g0.92 g
L-Tryptophan1.36 g0.38 g
L-Tyrosine5.93 g1.66 g
L-Valine4.36 g1.22 g
SALT<0.15 g<0.04 g
VITAMINS
Vitamin A1020 µg285 µg
Vitamin D28.6 µg8 µg
Vitamin E--
Vitamin E11.4 mg (α-TE/ET)3.2 mg (α-TE/ET)
Vitamin C131 mg36.6 mg
Vitamin K88.9 µg24.9 µg
Thiamin1.52 mg0.42 mg
Riboflavin1.8 mg0.5 mg
Niacin25.4 mg7.1 mg
Niacin48.6 mg (NE/EN)13.6 mg (NE/EN)
Vitamin B62.06 mg0.58 mg
Folic acid359 µg100 µg
Folate--
Vitamin B126.43 µg1.8 µg
Biotin191 µg53.4 µg
Pantothenic acid7.13 mg2 mg
MINERALS & TRACE ELEMENTS
Sodium<60.0 mg<16.8 mg
Potassium358 mg100 mg
Chlorine<50.0 mg<14.0 mg
Calcium1320 mg370 mg
Phosphorous1000 mg280 mg
Magnesium382 mg107 mg
Iron18.9 mg5.3 mg
Copper1.9 mg0.53 mg
Zinc13.9 mg3.9 mg
Manganese1.9 mg0.53 mg
Iodine--
Molybdenum--
Selenium--
Chromium--
OTHERS
L-Carnitine--
Choline--
Inositol--
Taurine--

Disclaimer

PKU Lophlex Powder Orange is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of proven phenylketonuria (PKU) in children aged 3 years and onwards and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation), and must be used under medical supervision.

*DHA - docosahexaenoic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid to address your specific dietary requirements)
**PKU Lophlex Powder is the lowest volume powdered protein substitute available for use in the UK & Irish market for people with PKU from 3 years of age and adults. Only 65mls of water per sachet is required to make a low volume drink containing 20g PE.  Accurate in MIMS UK & IRE (November 2025)

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