Monogen Powder 400g Tin

Monogen is a powdered, nutritionally complete formula from Nutricia that is low in fat and contains protein. Its fat comes mainly from medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), with only a small amount of long-chain triglycerides (LCT). It also provides linoleic acid, alpha-linolenic acid, DHA and arachidonic acid. It comes in a 400g tin and is unflavoured.

Key Features

• Low in long-chain triglycerides (LCT) and high in medium-chain triglycerides (MCT)
• Can be the sole source of nutrition for infants, or a supplement for children and adults
• Fortified with DHA and arachidonic acid
• Used for the dietary management of conditions such as long-chain fatty acid oxidation disorders, chylothorax, chylous ascites, hyperlipoproteinaemia type 1 and fat malabsorption
• 400g tin

Preparation

• Wash your hands, clean the work area and sterilise bottles and teats.
• Boil fresh water for five minutes, then cool it for at least 30 minutes until it is warm.
• Add the water to the sterilised bottle first, then the prescribed number of scoops. Level each scoop with a clean, dry knife without pressing the powder down.
• Cap the bottle and shake until dissolved. Test the temperature on your wrist before feeding.

Warnings

• Use under medical supervision only.
• The powder is not sterile. Prepare immediately before feeding and discard any made-up formula left after one hour.
• Do not warm formula for more than 15 minutes, and do not boil it or prepare or warm it in a microwave.
• Incorrect preparation can make an infant ill. Follow the feeding plan given by your dietitian or doctor.

Additional Information

Store in a cool, dry place with the lid replaced after each use, and use within one month of opening. Always read the label.