Skip to content
Free Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online StoreFree Shipping on £89 and overWelcome to storeSecure Checkout AvailableUK Based Online Store
Skip to product information
1 of 1

HCU Lophlex Powder (30/29g)

HCU Lophlex Powder (30/29g)

Regular price £920.00
Sale price £920.00 Regular price
Sale Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Estimated delivery: 4.95 standard (2 - 4 Working Days Service).
Estimated delivery: 5.95 Express (1 - 3 Working Days Service).

Free Shipping on £89 and over

  • American Express
  • Apple Pay
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Google Pay
  • Klarna
  • Maestro
  • Mastercard
  • Shop Pay
  • Union Pay
  • Visa
View full details
Reviews

METABOLIC FORMULA - HCU SUPPLEMENT
📦 Product Essentials
Product Type Methionine-Free Amino Acid Powder
Flavour Neutral (Unflavoured)
Pack Size 29g Sachet (30 sachets per box)
Age Suitability Children (3+ years) and Adults
Protein Equivalent 20g per sachet
Preparation 29g + 65ml water = ~80ml
⚠️ Dietary Information
Methionine-Free
Contains DHA
Medical Supervision Required
🔥 Nutritional Highlights
98
Calories per 29g Sachet
Protein Equivalent 20g per sachet
DHA Content 150mg per sachet
Energy per 100g 338 kcal
Detailed Information

Allergen Information

No Major Allergens

Note: HCU Lophlex Powder is methionine-free with no trace methionine in the powder formula.

Nutrition Facts - HCU Lophlex Powder Neutral 29g

Macro-Nutrients per 100g

Nutrient Amount
Energy 338 kcal (1430 kJ)
Protein 68.9g
Carbohydrate 13.4g
Sugars 1g
Lactose 0g
Fat 1.4g
Saturated Fat 0.5g
Monounsaturates 0.34g
Polyunsaturates 0.57g
DHA 520mg

Macro-Nutrients per 29g Sachet

Nutrient Amount
Energy 98 kcal (416 kJ)
Protein 20g
Carbohydrate 3.9g
Sugars 0.3g
Lactose 0g
Fat 0.42g
Saturated Fat 0.15g
Monounsaturates 0.1g
Polyunsaturates 0.16g
DHA 150mg

Vitamins per 100g

Vitamin Amount
Vitamin A 982 μg
Vitamin D 276 μg
Vitamin E 14.9 mg (11.0 mg α-TE)
Vitamin K 86 μg
Thiamin 1.46 mg
Riboflavin 1.72 mg
Niacin 24.5 mg (46.9 mg NE)
Pantothenic Acid 6.9 mg
Vitamin B6 2 mg
Folic Acid 345 μg
Vitamin B12 6.2 μg
Biotin 184 μg
Vitamin C 126 mg

Vitamins per 29g Sachet

Vitamin Amount
Vitamin A 285 μg
Vitamin D 8 μg
Vitamin E 4.31 mg (3.20 mg α-TE)
Vitamin K 24.9 μg
Thiamin 0.42 mg
Riboflavin 0.50 mg
Niacin 7.10 mg (13.6 mg NE)
Pantothenic Acid 2 mg
Vitamin B6 0.58 mg
Folic Acid 100 μg
Vitamin B12 1.8 μg
Biotin 53.4 μg
Vitamin C 36.6 mg

Minerals per 100g

Mineral Amount
Sodium <60 mg (<2.61 mmol)
Potassium 345 mg (8.82 mmol)
Chloride <50 mg (1.41 mmol)
Calcium 1276 mg (31.8 mmol)
Phosphorus 966 mg (31.2 mmol)
Magnesium 369 mg (15.2 mmol)
Iron 18.3 mg
Zinc 13.4 mg
Copper 1.84 mg
Manganese 1.84 mg
Molybdenum 86.2 μg
Selenium 92.2 μg
Chromium 36.5 μg
Iodine 202 μg

Minerals per 29g Sachet

Mineral Amount
Sodium <17.4 mg (<0.76 mmol)
Potassium 100 mg (2.56 mmol)
Chloride <14.5 mg (0.41 mmol)
Calcium 370 mg (9.2 mmol)
Phosphorus 280 mg (9.04 mmol)
Magnesium 107 mg (4.4 mmol)
Iron 5.30 mg
Zinc 3.9 mg
Copper 0.53 mg
Manganese 0.53 mg
Molybdenum 25 μg
Selenium 26.8 μg
Chromium 10.6 μg
Iodine 58.4 μg

Amino Acids per 100g

Amino Acid Amount
L-Alanine 3.72g
L-Arginine 4.69g
L-Aspartic Acid 5.38g
L-Cystine 3.1g
Glycine 5.03g
L-Glutamine 5.1g
L-Histidine 2.69g
L-Isoleucine 4.28g
L-Leucine 7.24g
L-Lysine 4.9g
L-Methionine 0g (METHIONINE-FREE)
L-Phenylalanine 3.17g
L-Proline 6.34g
L-Serine 4.34g
L-Threonine 3.52g
L-Tryptophan 1.45g
L-Tyrosine 5.24g
L-Valine 4.62g

Amino Acids per 29g Sachet

Amino Acid Amount
L-Alanine 1.08g
L-Arginine 1.36g
L-Aspartic Acid 1.56g
L-Cystine 0.90g
Glycine 1.46g
L-Glutamine 1.48g
L-Histidine 0.78g
L-Isoleucine 1.24g
L-Leucine 2.1g
L-Lysine 1.42g
L-Methionine 0g (METHIONINE-FREE)
L-Phenylalanine 0.92g
L-Proline 1.84g
L-Serine 1.26g
L-Threonine 1.02g
L-Tryptophan 0.42g
L-Tyrosine 1.52g
L-Valine 1.34g

Other Nutrient Information per 100g

Nutrient Amount
Choline 526 mg
Inositol 140 mg
Osmolality 2016 mOsm/kg H2O

Other Nutrient Information per 29g Sachet

Nutrient Amount
Choline 153 mg
Inositol 40.6 mg
Osmolality 2016 mOsm/kg H2O

Ingredients

L-leucine, L-lysine acetate, L-proline, dried glucose syrup, L-aspartic acid, L-tyrosine, L-glutamine, glycine, L-arginine, L-valine, L-serine, L-isoleucine, calcium hydrogen phosphate, L-alanine, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, L-cystine, L-histidine, magnesium acetate, flavouring, choline bitartrate, L-tryptophan, oil from Crypthecodinium cohnii, stabiliser (E412), modified starch (E1450), potassium citrate, flavour enhancer (E330), calcium phosphate, taurine, sodium L-ascorbate, high oleic sunflower oil, inositol, potassium hydrogen phosphate, ferrous sulphate, L-carnitine, zinc sulphate, nicotinamide, DL-α-tocopheryl acetate, artificial sweetener (sucralose), calcium D-pantothenate, copper sulphate, manganese sulphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, retinyl acetate, folic acid, potassium iodide, sodium molybdate, D-biotin, sodium selenite, chromium chloride, phytomenadione, cholecalciferol, cyanocobalamin.

Allergen Information

Contains: No major allergens

✓ Free From: Methionine (critical for HCU management)

Note: HCU Lophlex Powder is methionine-free with no trace methionine in the powder formula.

Product Description

HCU Lophlex is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision. HCU Lophlex is a methionine-free amino acid-based powdered protein substitute, containing a balanced mix of essential and non-essential amino acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), vitamins, trace elements and some minerals. HCU Lophlex is for the dietary management of homocystinuria (HCU) in children aged 3 years onwards and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation). HCU Lophlex is available in 30 x 29g sachets in neutral flavour.

Indications

For enteral use only. ACBS approved, prescribable on form FP10 (GP10 in Scotland) for the dietary management of homocystinuria in children aged 3 years onwards and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation).

Contra-Indications

Must be used under strict medical supervision. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Not suitable for tube feeding.

Precautions

This product must be supplemented with natural protein, fluid and other nutrients in medically prescribed quantities to supply the methionine and general nutrition requirements of the patient. Please monitor micronutrient intake to ensure that individual's intakes are optimal. HCU Lophlex contains only trace amounts of sodium and chloride.

Preparation and Directions for Usage

The recommended intake should be determined by a clinician or dietitian only, and is dependent on the age, bodyweight and medical condition of the patient. The daily intake should be divided into equal portions and distributed throughout the day. Water or diluted drinks should be offered or taken at the same time. To ensure tolerance the product may initially need to be introduced at a lower concentration.

Recommended feed concentration: 29g powder (1 sachet) made up with 65ml water to give a final volume of approximately 80ml. The quantity and dilution of this product can be adapted to the tolerance and preferences of the individual under supervision of a clinician or dietitian.

Preparation Instructions

  1. Wash your hands and clean all utensils.
  2. Measure the recommended amount of cold water into a container with a screw top lid.
  3. Empty the contents of 1 sachet into the container. Seal and shake well until the powder is dissolved.

Important: HCU Lophlex is best prepared with chilled water and consumed immediately after preparation. It can also be taken as a more concentrated drink, additional water or diluted drinks must be consumed at the same time. Do not boil and do not use a microwave oven to heat. Do not freeze.

Shelf Life

Best before: see individual packaging.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use immediately. Packaged in a protective atmosphere.

Important Notice

HCU Lophlex is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use in the dietary management of homocystinuria (HCU) in children aged 3 years onwards and adults, including pregnant women (in conjunction with standard folic acid supplementation), and must be used under medical supervision.

Manufacturer Information

Manufactured by: Nutricia Advanced Medical Nutrition
For: Nutricia Ltd, White Horse Business Park, Trowbridge, Wiltshire BA14 0XQ, UK
Product Code: HCU Lophlex Powder Neutral 29g
Order Code: 652279
PIP Code: 4163275
Suitable for: Medical supervision only - ACBS approved

 

Health Claims & "Too Good to Be True" Language

Since you sell nutritional products, Google's "Harmful Health Claims" policy is very strict.

Avoid: Claims that a product can "cure," "treat," or "prevent" a specific disease (e.g., "Cures diabetes" or "Eliminates anxiety").

Required Disclaimer: In the footer of your product pages, add a standard medical disclaimer:

"Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet. If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, please consult a doctor before use."

To top