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Acerflex

Acerflex

An isoleucine-, leucine- and valine-free powdered medical food for the dietary management of maple syrup urine disease (MSUD) in children over the age of 1 year.

Main Features
  • Isoleucine-, leucine- and valine-free
  • Contains a balanced mixture of all other essential and non-essential amino acids, carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
  • Provides 6.1% of energy from linoleic acid
  • Acerflex provides 20 g of protein equivalent per 100 g of powder
  • Pleasant pineapple flavored powder
  • Osmolality (mOsm/kg) :
    •   Dilution  
      1 to 5 670 mOsm/kg
      1 to 4 830 mOsm/kg

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Indications
  • Maple Syrup Urine Disease

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Directions for Preparation and Use

  • Acerflex and Periflex must be consumed in conjunction with natural protein, fluid and other nutrients in quantities prescribed by a physician or dietitian to meet protein and general nutrition requirements. Fat, carbohydrate and low protein sources may be used to supply needed calories and to fulfill essential fatty acid requirements.

    Intake will vary depending on the age, body weight and medical condition of the individual. Intake is adjusted to maintain normal growth and development.

Periflex / Acerflex
(Flavored & Unflavored)
Measure Weight
1 Cup 130 g
1/2 Cup 65 g
1/4 Cup 30 g
1 Tbsp 8 g

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Precaution
  • Must only be consumed by children with proven maple syrup urine disease while under strict medical supervision. Not intended for children under one year of age. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not for parenteral use.

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Storage
  • Store unopened can at room temperature. Do not store at extreme temperatures. Once opened, reseal can and store in a cool, dry place (not in refrigerator) and use within one month.

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Nutrients
Nutrients Per 100 g
Calories 395
Amino Acids, g 24
Protein Equivalent, g 20
Fat, g 17
Saturated, g 2.1
Monounsaturated, g 10.8
Polyunsaturated, g 3.3
Carbohydrate, g 40.5
Linoleic Acid, mg 2689

Amino Acid Profile, g  
L-Alanine 1.25
L-Arginine 2.20
L-Aspartic Acid 1.83
L-Cystine 0.81
L-Glutamic Acid None
Glycine 1.95
L-Histidine 1.26
L-Isoleucine None
L-Leucine None
L-Lysine 2.27
L-Methionine 0.53
L-Phenylalanine 1.48
L-Proline 2.37
L-Serine 1.46
L-Threonine 1.64
L-Tryptophan 0.65
L-Tyrosine 1.48
L-Valine None
L-Carnitine 0.02
Taurine 0.14
L-Glutamine 2.69

Vitamins Per 100 g
Vitamin A, IU (mcg R.E.) 1615 (485)
Vitamin D3, IU (mcg) 440 (11)
Vitamin E, IU (mg α-T.E.) 11.3 (7.6)
Vitamin K, mcg 21
Thiamine, mg 0.8
Riboflavin, mg 0.92
Vitamin B6, mg 1.1
Vitamin B12, mcg 1.1
Niacin, mg 12.8
Folic Acid, mcg 85
Pantothenic Acid, mg 3.3
Biotin, mcg 30
Vitamin C, mg 45
Choline, mg 80
Inositol, mg 30

Minerals Per 100 g
Calcium, mg
850
Phosphorus, mg
850
Magnesium, mg
110
Iron, mg
12
Zinc, mg
12
Manganese, mg
1.6
Copper, mcg
1600
Iodine, mcg
85
Molybdenum, mcg
55
Chromium, mcg
50
Selenium, mcg
23
Sodium, mg (mEq)
300 (13)
Potassium, mg (mEq)
1120 (29)
Chloride, mg (mEq)
500 (14)

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Ingredients

Corn Syrup Solids, Canola Oil, High Oleic Safflower Oil, L-Arginine L-Aspartate, Calcium Glycerophosphate, L-Lysine Acetate, Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, L-Glutamine, L-Proline, Glycine, Tripotassium Citrate, L-Threonine, L-Tyrosine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Serine, L-Histidine, L-Alanine, Potassium Chloride, Disodium Hydrogen Phosphate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Fractionated Coconut Oil, L-Cystine, Magnesium Hydrogen Phosphate, Sucrose, N-Acetyl L-Methionine, L-Tryptophan, Mono and Diglycerides, Choline Hydrogen Tartrate, Taurine, Magnesium L-Aspartate, Artificial Sweetener: Acesulfame Potassium, Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono and Diglycerides, Ferrous Sulphate, L-Ascorbic Acid, Zinc Sulphate, M-Inositol, Propylene Glycol Alginate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Manganese Sulfate, Cupric Sulphate, Calcium-D-Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Artificial Colors, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Acetate, Chromium Sulfate, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Sodium Hydrogen Selenite, D-Biotin, Phylloquinone, Vitamin D3, Cyanocobalamin

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Ordering Information
Ordering Information:
Product Code
Reimbursement Code
 Packaging
10026
49735-0100-26
 4 x 454 g (1 lb)

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