A nutritionally complete, ketogenic formula in a 3:1 ratio
(fat:carbohydrate+ protein) for the dietary management of intractable
epilepsy; designed for children up to eight years of age. A
medical food. Click here to visit the KetoCal website.
KetoCal 4:1 and KetoCal 3:1 can be ordered directly from Nutricia directly by calling 1-866-KETOCAL (538-6225). In order to purchase KetoCal, your healthcare provider must complete a Consent Form. For more information, click here.
This formulation is only available in the US.
Main Features:
Nutritionally complete
3:1 Ratio, which supports earlier initiation of the diet
Convenient one step preparation with a non-modular approach
Nutrient dense for children 1-8 years of age with low energy
requirements
Osmolality: 180 mOsm/kg (at 1kcal/mL)
Energy distribution:
Fat
87.1%
LCT
100%
Carbohydrate
4.1 %
Protein
8.8 %
Indications:
Intractable epilepsy
Pyruavte dehydrogenase deficiency (PDH)
Glucose transporter type-1 deficiency
Directions
for Preparation and Use:
Intake to be determined by a medical professional and is
dependent on the age, body weight and medical condition of
the patient.
For oral or tube feeding:
Measure the required amount of warm water into a container
that seals with a screw top lid. To completely dissolve
the powder, the water must be at a temperature of 113-122°F.
Add the prescribed amount of KetoCal to the water.
Cover and shake until the powder has dissolved.
Once prepared, the formula should be stored in a refrigerator
and kept no longer than 24 hours. KetoCal can be kept
at room temperature for a maximum of 4 hours.
Shake or stir immediately before serving. For oral
feeding, KetoCal is best served chilled.
Dilution to be determined by medical prescription:
Dilution
Powder
Water
Final
Volume
20 kcal/fl.oz.
9.5 g
91 mL
100 mL
24 kcal/fl.oz.
11.4 g
89 mL
100 mL
30 kcal/fl.oz.
14.3 g
86 mL
100 mL
A gram scale is necessary for proper preparation
of formula.
Precaution:
Use only under strict medical supervision. Not for parenteral
use. Not suitable for children under one year of age.
Storage:
Store unopened can at room temperature. Once opened, reseal
can and store in a cool, dry place (not in a refrigerator)
and use within one month.
Ordering
Information:
Product
Code
Reimbursement
Code
Packaging
16672
49735-0166-72
6 x 300 g (11 oz)
KetoCal 4:1 and KetoCal 3:1 can be ordered directly from Nutricia directly by calling 1-866-KETOCAL (538-6225). In order to purchase KetoCal, your healthcare provider must complete a Consent Form. For more information, click here.
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