afenil micro 3H Description Food intended for special medical purposes for the dietary treatment of children and adults with confirmed phenylketonuria and/or hyperphenylalaninemia. Delayed-release microtablets, indicated for children of all ages in relation to their ability to swallow, assessed by the attending physician. Based on a blend of amino acids free of phenylalanine. Ingredients L-lysine, L-aspartate, L-leucine, L-tyrosine, glycine; stabilizers: sodium alginate, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; L-arginine, L-aspartate, L-valine, L-glutamine, L-proline, L-isoleucine, L-threonine; anti-caking agent: magnesium salts of fatty acids; L-serine, L-alanine, L-histidine; glazing agents: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, cellulose, fatty acids; L-cystine, L-tryptophan, L-methionine, L-arginine; coloring: E171; L-carnitine, L-tartrate, taurine. Nutritional characteristics Nutritional information per 100 g Energy value 1,678 kJ / 396 kcal Fats of which saturated fatty acids 3.6 g 3.59 g Carbohydrates of which sugars 13 g 0 g Fibers 3.7 g Protein equivalents 70.7 g Salt* 1 g L-aspartic acid 7.76 g Glycine 7.68 g L-alanine 3.07 g L-arginine 4.9 g L-carnitine 0.08 g L-cystine 2.01 g L-glutamine 6.02 g L-isoleucine 5.31 g L-histidine 3.07 g L-leucine 8.27 g L-lysine 5.5 g L-phenylalanine - L-methionine 1.42 g L-proline 5.54 g L-serine 3.42 g L-taurine 0.12 g L-tyrosine 7.78 g L-threonine 5.31 g L-tryptophan 1.65 g L-valine 6.13 g *The salt content is due exclusively to the sodium present in the product, which amounts to 0.404 g per 100 g. How to use Dosage: As prescribed by your doctor, taking into account the patients age, body weight, phenylalanine tolerance, and the fact that amino acids are released from the tablet approximately three hours after ingestion. One jar cap contains approximately 13 g of microtablets, equivalent to approximately 9.5 g of protein equivalents. Take the prescribed amount with water or other permitted liquids. Microtablets are tasteless; to maintain this characteristic, it is recommended not to chew, crush, or dissolve them. Warnings Use under medical supervision. The product releases the amino acids contained in the tablets within three hours of the patient taking them. The product cannot be the sole source of power. Keep out of reach of children under 3 years of age. Conservation After use, close the jar tightly and store in a cool, dry place. Shelf life in unopened packaging: 18 months. Format 440g box containing 4 x 110g jars. Code 3013 Bibliography - Giovannini M., Fiori L., Casero D., Lammardo AM, Bertolotti D, Bonza M., Salvatici E., Riva E. – “Effects of a six month-supplementation of a new phe-free powdered amino acid preparation on blood amino acid profile and levels of albumin, protein and transferrin in PKU patients” – Journal of Inherited Metabolic Disease 2006; 29 (suppl 1):52