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Nutritional value per serving:

Serving Information Amount per 100 grams / 100 ml of product:

 Nutrition Information per 100g powder  per 100ml 
 Energy kJ 2184 277
           kcal 522 66.3
 Protein g 11.8 1.5
 Carbohydrate g  55.1  7.0
  of which sugars g 10.5  1.3 

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Caprilon

  • Description:

    Caprilon is a nutritionally complete, high medium chain triglyceride (MCT), powdered formula containing cow’s milk protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins, minerals and trace elements. A food for special medical purposes.

  • Indications and Prescribability:

    Caprilon is designed as a sole source of nutrition for infants or as a supplementary feed in children for the dietary management of disorders of long chain triglyceride (LCT) digestion, absorption or transport such as hepatic disease.

  • Suggested Intake:

    The quantity of Caprilon should be determined by the clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, bodyweight, and medical condition of the patient.

  • Preparation & Administration:

    Each level scoop (4.2g) of Caprilon requires 30ml of water (approximately 1fl.oz) to yield the recommended feed concentration of 12.7%.

    1. Wash hands thoroughly and clean preparation area.  Sterilise bottles and teats.
    2. Boil fresh water for 5 minutes and allow to cool for at least 30 minutes so that it feels warm to the wrist. Pour the required amount of water into a sterilised feeding bottle.
    3. Fill the scoop provided with Caprilon and level off with a clean, dry knife. Do not press the powder into the scoop. Only use the scoop provided.
    4. Add the prescribed number of scoops of Caprilon to the water. 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.
    5. Formula remaining in the bottle after one hour of feeding should be discarded. Formula must not be rewarmed during feeding.

    Important Notice:
    Powdered infant formula is not sterile. Where possible, and especially for infants who are vulnerable to infection, prepare formula immediately prior to feeding.

    NOTE:
    If formula is prepared in advance it must be cooled rapidly, stored in the refrigerator (2OC to 4OC) and used within 24 hours of preparation. Any formula remaining after 24 hours from preparation must be discarded.  Shake or stir formula immediately before use.  Formula should not be warmed for longer than 15 minutes prior to feeding. Do not boil formula and do not use a microwave oven to prepare or warm formula.  For tube feeding “hang time” should not exceed 4 hours.

    Caprilon is now ready for use.
    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.

  • Precautions:

    Use under medical supervision.
    Not for parenteral use.

  • Storage:

    Store in a cool dry place.
    Always replace the container lid after use.
    Once opened use within one month.

  • Pack Size:

    Caprilon is available in 420g cans.

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