KetoCal 4:1 LQ
KetoCal 4:1 Liquid (LQ) is a nutritionally complete, ready-to-drink ketogenic formula in a 4:1 ratio (fat:carbohydrate + protein) for the dietary management of intractable epilepsy; designed for individuals over 1 year of age.
A food for special medical purposes; must be used under medical supervision.
Indications
KetoCal 4:1 LQ provides complete nutritional support from 1-10 years of age, or may be used as a supplement for over 10 years of age for the dietary management of:
- Intractable epilepsy
- Pyruvate dehydrogenase deficiency (PDH)
- Glucose transporter type-1 deficiency (GLUT-1)
- Other medical conditions where a ketogenic diet is indicated
Pack size
- 200mL tetra pack
Main features
- Nutritionally complete
- 4:1 ratio
- Great vanilla flavour or unflavoured
- Supplemented with DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) and AA (Arachidonic Acid)
- No trans fat
- Aspartame free (contains sucralose)
- Contains multi-fibre blend (MF6™): Nutricia’s patented mixture of six fibres that reflect the proportions of different fibre types in a normal diet
- Nutrient dense for children with low energy requirements
- Appropriate for enteral or oral feedings
Directions for use
- The quantity of feed should be determined by a clinician or Dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient
- To ensure that this high fat feed is tolerated when first introducing a ketogenic diet, a less concentrated feed or lower feed volume may need to be provided initially
- For oral feeding, KetoCal 4:1 LQ is best served chilled
- For tube feeding, it is recommended that the feeding tube is flushed with warm water (approximately 37°C) between each feed
- Shake vigorously for at least 5 seconds before use
- The quantity of feed should be determined by a clinician or Dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient
Important notice
- Monitor for hypoglycaemia, renal stones, hyperlipidaemia and adequate growth
- Not for parenteral use
- Suitable as a sole source of nutrition for children aged 1 – 10 years or as a supplementary feed for children aged over 10 years.
For the complete nutrition information, download the KetoCal 4:1 LQ fact sheet.
