DRG34973-511401 Nutrition Powder Flavor Periflex 454G 4/cs
- Periflex, Flavored : A phenylalanine-free powdered medical food for the dietary management of phenylketonuria (PKU) in children over the age of 1 year. Main Features: Phenylalanine-free, Contains a balanced mixture of all other essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, minerals, and trace elements. Provides 6.1% of energy from linoleic acid. Periflex provides 20 g of protein equivalent per 100 g of powder. Available as unflavored or a pleasant orange-pineapple flavored powder Osmolality (mOsm/kg) : Directions for Preparation and Use, Periflex must be consumed in conjunction with natural protein, fluid and other nutrients in quantities prescribed by a physician or dietitian to meet protein and general nutrition requirements. Fat, carbohydrate and low protein sources may be used to supply needed calories and to fulfill essential fatty acid requirements. Intake will vary depending on the age, body weight and medical condition of the individual. Intake is adjusted to maintain normal growth and development. Periflex is best served as a chilled drink with meals. Make a paste of the prescribed amount of powder with a small quantity of water. For accuracy, the powder should be weighed on a gram scale. Gradually add sufficient water to yield the prescribed volume. It is recommended that Periflex be reconstituted at a 1 to 5 dilution (e.g. 100 g of powder and 500 mL of water). It can however be given in a more concentrated form (e.g. at a 1 to 4 dilution or in paste form), according to taste preferences. Additional fluids should be offered at the same time.
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