Duocal Super Soluble Powder 400g

Duocal Powder 400 g is a food for special medical purposes consisting of a high-energy, low-electrolyte powder made from a balanced blend of carbohydrates and fats. It has a neutral taste and good solubility and can be added to foods, beverages, or infant formula to increase their energy content without significantly affecting their taste or consistency. It is used under the supervision of a physician or dietitian to support the dietary management of disease-related malnutrition, malabsorption, and conditions requiring increased energy intake with restricted fluid or electrolyte intake, such as kidney disease, liver disease, and catabolic conditions. It is suitable for infants, children, and adults, but is not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.

Benefits and Features of Duocal Powder 400 g

• Provides a concentrated source of energy from fats and carbohydrates.

• Provides 492 kcal per 100 g of powder.

• Low in electrolytes, making it suitable for certain medical diets requiring electrolyte restriction.

• Contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) along with long-chain fats.

• Has a neutral taste and can be added to foods and beverages without significantly altering their taste.

• Can be used with oral feeding or enteral tube feeding.

• Free from milk protein.

• Suitable for infants, children, and adults when used under medical supervision.

How to Use Duocal Powder 400 g

• The required amount of Duocal powder and the appropriate dilution should be determined by a physician or dietitian based on age, body weight, medical condition, and nutritional requirements.

• The prescribed amount can be added to soft foods, beverages, or infant formula and mixed thoroughly until the powder dissolves. It may also be prepared as an additional drink according to the healthcare professional’s instructions.

Precautions and Warnings

• Use under the supervision of a physician or dietitian.

• Do not use as a complete substitute for food or as the sole source of nutrition.

• Intended for enteral use only and should not be used for parenteral nutrition.

• The dose and method of preparation should be determined according to the individual’s medical condition and nutritional requirements.

• When used with infant formula, appropriate hygiene and preparation practices must be followed to prevent contamination.

• Do not increase the amount or alter the dilution method without consulting a physician or dietitian.

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place and keep the container tightly closed after each use.

• After opening, it is recommended to use the product within one month. Avoid storing the opened container in the refrigerator.

• After mixing Duocal with food or liquid, follow the preparation and usage instructions provided on the package.

Ingredients of Duocal Powder 400 g

• Dried glucose syrup.

• Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) from palm kernel oil and/or coconut oil.

• Safflower oil.

• Canola oil.

• Emulsifier E472c.