MEDIFOOD MCT oil 240ml

MEDIFOOD MCT Oil - Food for Special Medical Purposes

Indicated for supportive care in cases of:

• Short intestine.
• Pancreopathies.
• Cystic fibrosis.
• Hypercatabolic states (malnutrition, burns, sepsis).
• Lymphedema.
• Improves the composition of the lymph.
• It does not overload the lymphatic system.
• Long-chain fat oxidative disorders: LCHAD, VLCAD.
• MCT-based ketogenic diet, used for the treatment of drug-resistant epilepsy, GLUT-1 deficiency, PDHD deficiency.
• Chylothorax.
• Other diseases that alter the functionality of the chyliferous vessels.

DOSAGE AND METHOD OF USE

The amount of MCT Oil used should be low initially and then gradually increased until desired levels are reached. In current clinical practice, 35/40% of total calories is usually not exceeded with MCT Oil. Normally divided doses of 15-20 ml (3-4 teaspoons / 1-2 sachets) per administration are well tolerated. The total daily amount of MCT Oil should be tailored to the clinical situation, therapeutic goals and nutritional needs.

MCT oil can be used: raw mixed with 50% extra virgin olive oil for salads and other foods; in cooking, at temperatures <150-160 ° C, to prevent thermal degradation; in addition to other foods (milk, carbonated drinks, juices, extra virgin olive oil).

STORAGE

Store the product in a cool and dry place.
MCT oil should be taken on medical advice and supervision.
MCT oil cannot represent the only source of nutrition.
Keep out of reach of children. Store the product in a cool and dry place.

FORMAT

240 ml bottle.