PKU Protein supplements

Protein supplements benefit people with metabolic conditions and are intended for special medical purposes, these supplements Whether you’re adding PKU Lophlex Powder to a drink of choice or sipping PKU Lophlex LQ Juicy on the go, you can have protein your way with our wide range of specially formulated protein supplements. These protein supplements are aimed to help you nutritionally thrive in a lifestyle friendly and flavour packed way.

What are PKU protein supplements?

Protein is an essential nutrient for our bodies. Made up of amino acids, protein is an energy source that exists in every cell of our body and is crucial for growth and development. People who are on a low protein diet to manage their metabolic condition still require protein intake. However, the protein source must be relevant to their metabolic condition, by excluding the offending amino acid. These metabolic conditions may include Phenylketonuria (PKU), Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD), Homocystinuria (HCU) and more. That’s where protein supplements come in. These contain a balanced mix of essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrates, fat, and other vitamins and minerals vital for optimal health of those with metabolic disorders.

Who needs to take PKU protein supplements?

Protein supplements provide people with nutrients needed to fill the gap created by their medically prescribed low protein diet. They are fundamental to the proper functioning of the body and are especially important for children and adolescents who are still developing. Supplementing adds safe amounts of protein that otherwise couldn’t be obtained from food. This is essential for people with specific health conditions that need to meet their daily nutrition needs.

What kind of PKU protein supplements are there?

These protein sources are designed for most ages, developmental stages and different amino acid disorders. PKU protein supplements are free from phenylalanine, and are created for babies, children and adolescents, adults and pregnant women. Protein supplements are available in a wide range of liquid, powder and tablet formulations to suit different tastes and lifestyles. Protein supplements for metabolic disorders are crucial for organ, bone and muscle development. It contains key health nutrients, including iron, zinc, B vitamins, vitamin D, omega 3s, calcium and selenium. Supporting your child with protein supplements is vital while they are growing. MSUD Anamix Infant is a powdered infant formula suitable for newborns to 12 months for the dietary management of proven MSUD. It can also be used as a supplement up until age 3. For children aged 1-10, we have MSUD Anamix Junior, which is a neutral flavoured powdered drink mix. Check out our recipe hub for ideas on creating delicious low protein recipes. Supplements are formulated for different nutritional needs and should be taken under medical supervision.

There are 3 ways to register:

On our Nutricia at Home website

Fill out the online registration form, attach a scanned copy of your prescription, and click ‘submit’

By e-mail

Download an electronic copy of our registration form

Email the completed form along with a scanned copy of your prescription to pharmacyau@nutricia.com

Contact our team for help

Call us on 1800 884 367, or email us at pharmacyau@nutricia.com and ask for help with registering.

We will send you a copy of the registration form in the post or by email.

Then, simply mail your completed registration form and original prescription to the Nutricia at Home Pharmacy at: Nutricia Pharmacy c/o Gavin Starr Pharmacist Advice 36 Burns Bay Road, Lane Cove NSW 2066.

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