Description
Cholextra® t/f is a Medical Food containing pure cholesterol. It is a proprietary microencapsulated powder containing 25% cholesterol for individuals with sterol disorders who cannot obtain the recommended intake of cholesterol through a regular diet and require tube feeding.
Product Form: Powder
Indications: inborn Error of Metabolism for Cholesterol Synthesis disorders, including Smith-Lemli-Optiz Syndrome (SLOS)
Advantages
- Non-flavored
- Soluble powder
- It may be consumed via tube feeding
- Proprietary formulation
Scoop Size:
|
Grams per scoop |
Grams per Teaspoon |
Grams per Tablespoon |
Scoop Size (cc) |
Powder |
Cholesterol |
Powder |
Cholesterol |
Powder |
Cholesterol |
13 |
2.6 |
0.65 |
0.99 |
0.25 |
2.96 |
0.74 |
Reimbursement Code: 57771-0001-31
HCPCS Code: B4155
Cholextra® t/f is allergen tested at No-Detectable Limit (NDL) for eggs, dairy, fish, crustacean, soy, gluten, corn, tree nuts, and peanut.
Net weight: 3.88 oz (110 g)
Ingredients
Dextrin, Oleic Acid (fatty acid), Potassium Bicarbonate (natural mineral), Gum Acacia, Vitamin E, Sucrose
Directions for Use
Cholextra t/f is best soluble in formula and can be consumed either orally or enterally (tube feeding method). The daily intake of Cholextra® t/f powder is to be determined by your healthcare provider.
- Measure (using the scoop provided, or a gram scale) the recommended amount of powder.
- For oral consumption, consume powder by either sprinkling on food or into liquids, or taking directly by mouth followed with water.
- For tube feeding, add powder in small increments to the formula and stir well. Formula mixture should be used within 4 hours.
Storage
Unopened bottles should be kept in a cool, dry place. Reseal opened bottles and use within three months.
Warning
This product is intended only for those under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It is not for the general population of consumers. Not for parenteral use. Not for use as a sole source of nutrition. It is only for individuals with cholesterol synthesis disorders.
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