HCU Anamix Infant

Description

Food for medical use. Dietary food for proven (non-vitamin B6 responsive) homocystinuria (HCU), CBS deficiency or hypermethioninemia in infants from birth to 12 months of age and as a supplement in children up to 3 years of age. To be used under medical supervision.

HCU Anamix infant is a methionine-free powdered diet food based on amino acids. It contains essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.

Cannot be used as a sole source of nutrition, but should be given in combination with another protein source to meet methionine requirements. 

HCU Anamix infant is suitable as a dietetic food for proven (non-vitamin B6 responsive) homocystinuria (HCU), CBS deficiency or hypermethioninemia in infants up to 12 months and as a supplement in children up to 3 years. 

• To be used only under medical supervision.
• Only to be used by patients with homocystinuria or hypermethioninemia.
• Not suitable for parenteral use.

HCU Anamix infant is a food for medical use. Medical nutrition is recommended by a doctor or dietician.

Contains milk.

Storage advice

Closed: Recommended to keep cool and dry. 

Open: Use within 2 weeks after opening. Always close the can tightly after use. Packaged in protected atmosphere.

Prepared: Prepared food can be kept for a maximum of 24 hours, provided it is covered and stored in the refrigerator. However, for infants under 6 months of age, use the food within 1 hour of preparation and throw away any leftover food.

General information

One portion (15 grams of powder mixed with water to 100 ml) of HCU Anamix infant provides 2 grams of protein equivalent.

The daily dose of HCU Anamix infant must be determined by a doctor or dietician and depends on the age, weight and medical condition of the patient.

HCU Anamix infant is available from the pharmacy or a facility company.

Preparation

The daily amount should be divided into portions throughout the day and preferably given in combination with a natural protein source. It is recommended to dissolve 15 grams of powder (3 scoops) in 90 ml of water. 

• Pour the required amount of boiled water, cooled to body temperature, into a sterile feeding bottle.               
• Add the prescribed number of level measuring spoons to the water in the baby bottle.
• Twist the cap on the feeding bottle and shake until the powder is dissolved.
• Before feeding, check the temperature of the food on the inside of the wrist.

Packaging 

One box contains 3 x 400 grams of powder.

Item code 

146563

Compensation 

HCU Anamix infant can be reimbursed by health insurance under certain conditions. Your doctor or dietician knows how he/she can apply for reimbursement and what the conditions are.  

HCU Anamix infant is recommended by your doctor or dietician and is available from your pharmacy and/or facility company, depending on the conditions of your health insurer.