Lorenzo's Oil 500 ml
Lorenzo’s Oil is a blend of four parts Glycerol Trioleate (GTO) and one part Glycerol Trierucate (GTE) oils. For use in children and adults for the dietary management of Adrenoleukodystrophy (ALD) and Adrenomyeloneuropathy (AMN). Lorenzo’s Oil is usually given in conjunction with a low fat diet restricting hexacosanoic acid (C26:0) and may be taken on its own or mixed with permitted foods. Due to the restricted nature of the diet, it may be necessary to supplement the diet with a source of essential fatty acids such as walnut oil.
Lorenzo’s Oil is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision.
Contraindications
Use under medical supervision For enteral use only. Not for parenteral use. Not suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition. Only intended for use by patients with ALD or AMN.
Directions
The quantity of Lorenzo’s Oil and the dilution should be determined by a clinician or a dietitian only. Some treatment protocols suggest that Lorenzo’s Oil should provide 20% of the total calorie intake per day. The following instructions should be followed carefully to ensure that Lorenzo’s Oil remains in optimum condition. 1. Shake bottle very well until white sediment is evenly distributed through the bottle. 2. Remove the daily dose and return bottle to refrigerator 3. The daily dose should be kept in a sealed container in the dark e.g. a dark cupboard, at room temperature and taken throughout the day as instructed by the clinician or dietitian. Shake well before use, to ensure minimal wastage of white sediment.
Ingredients
Glycerol Trioleate Oil, Glycerol Trierucate Oil.
Storage
Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight between 4-25°C. Once opened, use within one month. Always replace container lid after use.