Liquigen
Liquigen is a fat emulsion consisting of medium chain triglycerides (MCT). A food for special medical purposes, must be used under medical supervision.
Indications
Liquigen is used for the dietary management of patients with fat malabsorption and where a high intake of MCT is indicated or for use in the ketogenic diet
Pack size
- 250 mL bottle
Main features
- Suitable for infants, children and adults
- Can be used as an energy enhancer in tube and sip feeds or part of a modular feed
- Can be used to fortify drinks and foods or as a milk substitute where MCT is required
- Simplifies addition of MCT to the diet
- Emulsified for better mixing
- 50%MCT/ 50% water
- Unflavoured
- High energy: 4.5kcal/mL
- Appropriate for enteral or oral feedings
Directions for use
- The quantity of Liquigen should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient
- Liquigen should be introduced slowly into the diet over a period of days according to individual tolerance
- Mix well with food or fluid
- Once opened, store in the fridge and use within 14 days
- Discard unfinished feeds one hour after use
- May need to be diluted for children under 5 years of age
Important notice
- Not suitable as sole source of nutrition
- Not for parenteral use
For the complete nutrition information download the Liquigen fact sheet.
