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Hominex®-2

Amino acid-modified medical food

Hominex<sup>®</sup>-2

Hominex®-2

Amino acid-modified medical food

HOMINEX-2 is for nutrition support of children and adults with vitamin B6-nonresponsive homocystinuria or hypermethioninemia. Use under medical supervision.

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Hospitals and institutions can order Abbott Nutrition products by calling 800-551-5838, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

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67042 Hominex-2 / 14.1 oz (400 g) Can / 6 ct Institutional-Retail

Hospitals and institutions can order Abbott Nutrition products by calling 800-551-5838, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

100 g Powder

Nutrition Data

Amount Per Serving %DV
Protein Equivalent, g 30
Fat, g 14
Carbohydrate, g 35
Linoleic Acid, mg 2200
Linolenic Acid, mg 225
L-Carnitine, mg 40
Calories 410
Potential Renal Solute Load, mOsm 302

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Vitamin A, IU 1500
Vitamin A, mcg RE 450
Vitamin D, IU 900
Vitamin D, mcg 22.5
Vitamin E, IU 12
Vitamin E, mg alpha-TE 5.9
Vitamin K, mcg 60
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg 3.3
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg 1.6
Vitamin B6, mg 1.1
Vitamin B12, mcg 5
Niacin, mg 16
Niacin, mg NE 21.7
Folic Acid (Folacin), mcg 425
Pantothenic Acid, mg 8
Biotin, mcg 100
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), mg 60
Choline, mg 100
Inositol, mg 82

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Calcium, mg 975
Phosphorus, mg 760
Magnesium, mg 225
Iron, mg 13
Zinc, mg 13
Manganese, mg 0.8
Copper, mg 1.5
Iodine, mcg 100
Selenium, mcg 35
Chromium, mcg 27
Molybdenum, mcg 30
Sodium, mg 880
Sodium, mEq 38.3
Potassium, mg 1370
Potassium, mEq 35
Chloride, mg 1160
Chloride, mEq 32.7
Features
  • Methionine-free to allow greater intake of intact protein.
  • Nutrient profile specifically designed for children and adults.
  • L-carnitine (40 mg/100 g) and taurine (125 mg/100 g) to help supply amounts normally found in foods of animal origin.
  • L-cystine, <I>in a soluble form</I>, an essential amino acid that is often deficient in diets of children and adults with homocystinuria.
  • Approximately 30% of energy as fat to help supply essential fatty acids.
  • When fed according to the <i>Abbott Nutrition Support Protocols</i>, provides adequate amounts of all nutrients.
  • Non-GMO.<sup>*</sup>
  • DHA to help support brain and eye development.
  • Lactose-free.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Kosher made with pareve ingredients.
  • Halal.

Precautions
  • Must be supplemented with protein and fluid in prescribed amounts to completely meet methionine 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.

<sup>*</sup> Ingredients not genetically engineered.

Unflavored Powder

Corn Syrup Solids, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Citrate, Soy Oil, L-Leucine, L-Lysine, L-Proline, L-Glutamine, L-Valine, Calcium Phosphate, L-Isoleucine, L-Arginine, Glycine, L-Alanine, L-Tyrosine. Less than 2% of: Magnesium Phosphate, L-Phenylalanine, Potassium Chloride, L-Asparagine, L-Serine, L-Threonine, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Silicon Dioxide, Modified Corn Starch, L-Histidine, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Phosphate, Schizochytrium Sp. Oil*, L-Glutamic Acid, Calcium Citrate, L-Tryptophan, Calcium Carbonate, Citric Acid, L-Aspartic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, 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.
* Source of DHA.

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 Hominex®-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 Hominex-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 Tbsp8 g
1/4 Cup30 g
1/3 Cup40 g
1/2 Cup60 g
1 Cup120 g

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

Storage Instructions:

  • 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.

Important Safety Information

This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.

Important Safety Information

Warning: This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.

Hominex<sup>®</sup>-2

Hominex®-2

Amino acid-modified medical food

HOMINEX-2 is for nutrition support of children and adults with vitamin B6-nonresponsive homocystinuria or hypermethioninemia. Use under medical supervision.

Hominex<sup>®</sup>-2

Features

  • Methionine-free to allow greater intake of intact protein.
  • Nutrient profile specifically designed for children and adults.
  • L-carnitine (40 mg/100 g) and taurine (125 mg/100 g) to help supply amounts normally found in foods of animal origin.
  • L-cystine, <I>in a soluble form</I>, an essential amino acid that is often deficient in diets of children and adults with homocystinuria.
  • Approximately 30% of energy as fat to help supply essential fatty acids.
  • When fed according to the <i>Abbott Nutrition Support Protocols</i>, provides adequate amounts of all nutrients.
  • Non-GMO.<sup>*</sup>
  • DHA to help support brain and eye development.
  • Lactose-free.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Kosher made with pareve ingredients.
  • Halal.

<sup>*</sup> Ingredients not genetically engineered.

Safety Precautions

  • Must be supplemented with protein and fluid in prescribed amounts to completely meet methionine 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.

Availability

List Number Item
67042 Hominex-2 / 14.1 oz (400 g) Can / 6 ct

Ingredients

Unflavored Powder

Corn Syrup Solids, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Citrate, Soy Oil, L-Leucine, L-Lysine, L-Proline, L-Glutamine, L-Valine, Calcium Phosphate, L-Isoleucine, L-Arginine, Glycine, L-Alanine, L-Tyrosine. Less than 2% of: Magnesium Phosphate, L-Phenylalanine, Potassium Chloride, L-Asparagine, L-Serine, L-Threonine, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Silicon Dioxide, Modified Corn Starch, L-Histidine, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Phosphate, Schizochytrium Sp. Oil*, L-Glutamic Acid, Calcium Citrate, L-Tryptophan, Calcium Carbonate, Citric Acid, L-Aspartic Acid, Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, 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.
* Source of DHA.

Nutrition Information

100 g Powder
Value%DV

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 Hominex®-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 Hominex-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 Tbsp8 g
1/4 Cup30 g
1/3 Cup40 g
1/2 Cup60 g
1 Cup120 g

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

Storage Instructions:

  • 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.

Important Safety Information

This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.

Important Safety Information

Warning: This medical food should not be heated or used in cooking.

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