Tyrex 2 is an Amino Acid-Modified Medical Food for adults and children with tyrosinemia types I, II, and III who can't metabolize amino acid tyrosinemia. Tyrex 2 Amino Acid-Modified Medical Food is Phenylalanine-free and tyrosine-free to allow greater intake of intact protein. It contains 100 grams of L-carnitine and 100 grams of taurine to mimic diets with protein from animal products. This formula by Abbott Nutrition supplies adequate amounts of other nutrients when consumed according to Abbott guidelines however Tyrex 2 should be consumed to supplement nutrition rather than sole-source nutrition. This product is not intended for infants 1 year of age and under. Abbott recommends using
Use under medical supervision.Features, Benefits, Ingredients, Preparation, Nutrition Information
Features and Benefits:
- Phenylalanine and Tyrosine-Free
- Added L-Carnitine and Taurine
- Lactose-free
- Gluten-Free
- Halal
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Abbott Nutrition
- Item Number: 51126
- Weight: 14.1 oz Canister
- Powder
- Quantity: Case of 6
- Flavor: Unflavored
- Tyrex-2 Nutrition Guide
Ingredients:
Powder Unflavored: Corn Syrup Solids, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Coconut Oil, Sodium Citrate, Soy Oil, L-Leucine, L-Proline, L-Lysine Acetate, L-Arginine, L-Glutamine, Calcium Phosphate, L-Valine, L-Isoleucine, L-Alanine, Glycine, Magnesium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride. Less than 2% of the Following: L-Asparagine, L-Serine, L-Threonine, Silicon Dioxide, DATEM, L-Histidine, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Phosphate, L-Methionine, L-Glutamic Acid, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, L-Tryptophan, L-Aspartic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, Choline Chloride, m-Inositol, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Mixed Tocopherols, Cupric Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Beta-Carotene, Biotin, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin D3, and Cyanocobalamin.
Preparation:
- Preparation will vary as prescribed by physician. User must follow physician's instructions carefully.
- Begin with washing hands, surfaces and utensils.
- Pour designated amount of water into a clean container.
- Add correlating amount of Tyrex-2 powder and if recommended, other ingredients such as fruit or flavor crystals.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds or no more than 5 seconds in an electric blender.
- Pour mixture into clean cup.
- It's best when serve chilled.
- Use within one hour or discard.
Approximate Weights for Unpacked, Level U.S. Standard Dry Household Measures for Powder*
Household Measure (US) | Weight (g) |
1 Tbsp | 8 |
1/4 Cup | 30 |
1/3 Cup | 40 |
1/2 Cup | 60 |
1 Cup | 120 |
* For most accurate results, Tyrex-2 should be weighed on a scale that reads in grams.
Storage and Handling:
- Once powder has been mixed with water, store unused contents in refrigerator anduse within 24 hours
- Store unopened or opened can at room temperature.
- Avoid exposing can to extreme temperatures.
- Use opened can contents within 1 month.
Tyrex-2 Nutrition Information:
Volume | 100 g Powder |
Calories | 410 |
Protein Equivalent Source | L-Amino Acids |
Fat Source | High Oleic Safflower, Coconut and Soy Oils |
Carbohydrate Source | Corn Syrup Solids |
Fat | 14 grams |
Protein Equivalent | 30 grams |
Linolenic Acid | 2200 mg |
Linoleic Acid | 225 mg |
Carbohydrates | 35 grams |
Vitamin A | 2200 IU |
Vitamin A | 660 mcg RE |
Vitamin D | 300 IU |
Vitamin D | 7.5 mcg |
Vitamin E | 18 IU |
Vitamin E | 12.1 mg alpha-TE |
Vitamin K | 60 mcg |
Vitamin C | 60 mg |
Vitamin B12 | 5 mcg |
Vitamin B6 | 1.3 mg |
Thiamin Vitamin B1 | 3.3 mg |
Folic Acid | 450 mcg |
Niacin | 16 mg |
Niacin | 21.7 mg NE |
Biotin | 100 mcg |
Choline | 100 mg |
Pantothenic Acid | 8 mg |
Calcium | 880 mg |
Phosphorus | 760 mg |
Magnesium | 225 mg |
Iodine | 100 mcg |
Inositol | 70 mg |
Manganese | 0.8 mg |
Iron | 13 mg |
Zinc | 13 mg |
Selenium | 35 mcg |
Chromium | 27 mcg |
Molybdenum | 30 mcg |
Sodium | 880 mg |
Sodium | 38.3 mEq |
Potassium | 1370 mg |
Potassium | 35.0 mEq |
Chloride | 940 mg |
Chloride | 26.5 mEq |
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