Serving Information
Amount per 100 grams / 100 ml of product
| Nutrition Information | per 100g powder | per 100ml |
| Energy kJ | 1786 | 313 |
| kcal | 424 | 74.2 |
| Protein Equivalent g | 11.4 | 2 |
| Carbohydrate g | 68 | 12 |
| of which sugars | 6.7 | 1.2 |
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Monogen is a nutritionally complete, low fat, powdered feed containing whey protein, carbohydrate, fat (low in long chain triglycerides (LCT's) and high in medium chain triglycerides (MCT's)), vitamins, minerals and trace elements. A food for special medical purposes.
Monogen can be recommended for use in infants as a sole source of nutrition or as a supplementary feed for children for the dietary management of the following conditions:
1. Hyperlipoproteinaemia type 1.
2. Long chain fatty acid oxidation defects (LCHADs).
3. Intestinal lymphangectasia.
4. Chylothorax (some patients may require lower fat).
5. Intractable malabsorption with steatorrhoea.
Monogen was specifically designed to keep the level of LCT to a minimum whilst meeting the basic requirements of essential fatty acids. It contains 1% of calories as linoleic acid which is regarded as adequate for infants, children and adults. A higher level is recommended by the Infant Formula Guidelines. The level in Monogen is designed to meet minimum requirements due to the varying severity of presentation of LCHAD’s where there can be minimal tolerance of LCT. Patients should have their essential fatty acid status monitored and supplemented if tolerated.
The quantity of Monogen should be determined by a clinician or a dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient.
The recommended feed concentration is 17.5% w/v (17.5g Monogen made up to 100ml with water). Each level scoop (5g) of Monogen requires 25mls to yield the recommended feed concentration of 17.5%.
For bottle feeding
1. Wash hands. Sterilise feeding bottle and teat.
2. Boil fresh water. Cool boiled water so that it feels warm to the wrist
and pour the desired amount into a sterilised feeding bottle. Keep
bottle capped until use.
3. Fill the scoop provided in the pack and level off by passing the back of
a clean, dry knife across the rim. Do not press the powder down into
the scoop. Use only the scoop provided.
4. Add the prescribed number of scoops of Monogen to water.
5. Replace the cap on the bottle and shake until the powder dissolves.
Before feeding, ensure that the formula is at the correct temperature
by placing a few drops on the wrist. Monogen is now ready for use.
For sip or tube feeding
1. Weigh out Monogen.
2. Add a small amount of the water prescribed.
3. Stir with a fork until a smooth paste is formed.
4. Continue stirring whilst adding the rest of the prescribed amount of water.
When bottle feeding, prolonged or frequent contact of feeds with the
infant’s teeth should be discouraged as this increases the risk of tooth
decay. Cleaning the infant’s teeth after the last feed at night should be
encouraged.
Use under medical supervision.
Patients should have their essential fatty acid levels monitored in case of biochemical deficiency.
Additional supplementation of essential fatty acids may be necessary in some patients, using a source such as walnut oil.
Not for parenteral use.
Store in a cool dry place.
Always replace the container lid after use.
Once opened use within one month.
400g cans.
Shelf life: 18 months.
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