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Glutarex®-2 - Unflavored

Glutarex®-2

Amino acid-modified medical food

Nutrition support of children and adults with glutaric aciduria type I. Use under medical supervision.


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AVAILABILITY

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ITEM
67038
Glutarex-2 / 14.1 oz (400 g) Can / 6 ct

FEATURES

  • Lysine- and tryptophan-free to allow greater intake of intact protein.
  • Nutrient profile specifically designed for children and adults.
  • L-carnitine (1800 mg/100 g) to help supply amount normally found in foods of animal origin and to help excrete toxic metabolites.
  • Taurine (125 mg/100 g) to help supply amount normally found in foods of animal origin.
  • Approximately 30% of energy as fat to help supply essential fatty acids.
  • When fed according to the Abbott Nutrition Support Protocols, provides adequate amounts of all nutrients.
  • Non-GMO.*
  • DHA to support the brain and eyes.
  • Lactose-free.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Halal.
  • Warning: This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.

PRECAUTIONS

  • Give only to children and adults with proven glutaric aciduria type I who are under medical supervision. Must be supplemented with protein and fluid in prescribed amounts to completely meet lysine, tryptophan and water requirements.
  • Not intended as a sole source of nutrition.
  • Not for infants under 1 year of age.
  • Do not heat or use in cooking.
  • Not for IV use.

* Ingredients not genetically engineered.

† Severe burn injuries, trauma, post-op recovery.

PREPARATION

  • Directions for Preparation and Use: Use Only As Directed by a Physician

    Depending on specific needs of each individual, preparation will vary as prescribed by physician.

    • Wash your hands, surfaces and utensils.
    • Pour prescribed amount of water into a clean container.
    • Add prescribed amount of Glutarex®-2 powder (and other ingredients if recommended).
    • Shake well for 10-15 seconds; if using a blender, mix no more than 5 seconds.
    • Pour mixture into clean feeding cup or container; cap.
    • Serve chilled. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.

    Helpful Hints

    • Add sweetened drink crystals to enhance flavor.
    • Add chocolate or strawberry syrup.
    • Mix Glutarex-2 with fruit to make a smoothie
    • Freeze flavored mixture into slushies.

    Mixing Guide:

    Approximate weights for unpacked, level, dry U.S. standard household measures for powder

    1 Tbsp 8 g
    1/4 Cup 30 g
    1/3 Cup 40 g
    1/2 Cup 60 g
    1 Cup 120 g

    For most accurate results, Glutarex-2 should be weighed on a scale that reads in grams.

Storage & Handling

  • Directions for Use

    • Once mixed, store container in refrigerator and use within 24 hours
    • Store unopened or opened can at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
    • Use opened can contents within 1 month.

NUTRITION

Unflavored Powder

  • Glutarex-2 / 14.1 oz (400 g) Can / 6 ct

Serving size: 100 g Powder

  • Amount per Serving
  • % DV
  • % RDI
  • Nutrient Data
  • Protein Equivalent, g
  • 30.0
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  • Fat, g
  • 13.0
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  • Carbohydrate, g
  • 35.0
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  • Linoleic Acid, mg
  • 2200
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  • Linolenic Acid, mg
  • 225
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  • L-Carnitine, mg
  • 1800
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  • Calories
  • 410
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  • Vitamins
  • Vitamin A, IU
  • 1500
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  • Vitamin A, mcg RE
  • 450
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  • Vitamin D, IU
  • 900
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  • Vitamin D, mcg
  • 22.5
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  • Vitamin E, IU
  • 12
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  • Vitamin E, mg alpha-TE
  • 5.9
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  • Vitamin K, mcg
  • 60.0
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  • Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg
  • 3.3
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  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg
  • 1.6
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  • Vitamin B6, mg
  • 1.1
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  • Vitamin B12, mcg
  • 5.0
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  • Niacin, mg
  • 16
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  • Niacin, mg NE
  • 16.0
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  • Folic Acid (Folacin), mcg
  • 425
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  • Pantothenic Acid, mg
  • 8.0
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  • Biotin, mcg
  • 100
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  • Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), mg
  • 60.0
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  • Choline, mg
  • 100
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  • Inositol, mg
  • 82.0
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  • Minerals
  • Calcium, mg
  • 975
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  • Phosphorus, mg
  • 760
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  • Magnesium, mg
  • 225
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  • Iron, mg
  • 13.0
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  • Zinc, mg
  • 13.0
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  • Manganese, mg
  • 0.8
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  • Copper, mg
  • 1.5
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  • Iodine, mcg
  • 100
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  • Selenium, mcg
  • 35.0
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  • Chromium, mcg
  • 27.0
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  • Molybdenum, mcg
  • 30.0
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  • Sodium, mg
  • 880
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  • Sodium, mEq
  • 38.3
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  • Potassium, mg
  • 1370
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  • Potassium, mEq
  • 35.0
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  • Chloride, mg
  • 940
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  • Chloride, mEq
  • 26.5
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INGREDIENTS

Unflavored Powder

  • Glutarex-2 / 14.1 oz (400 g) Can / 6 ct

Corn Syrup Solids, L-Glutamic Acid, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Citrate, Soy Oil, L-Leucine, L-Proline, L-Aspartic Acid, L-Arginine, L-Valine, L-Alanine, Calcium Phosphate, L-Isoleucine, Glycine, L-Carnitine, L-Tyrosine. Less than 2% of: L-Phenylalanine, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, L-Serine, L-Threonine, Silicon Dioxide, Modified Corn Starch, L-Histidine, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Phosphate, L-Methionine, C. Cohnii Oil, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Calcium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, Citric Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Mixed Tocopherols, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

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