Medium chain triglycerides

Medium chain triglycerides is a medical food made from fatty acids and safflower oil, which is a type of polyunsaturated fat.

Medium chain triglycerides is intended for dietary use in individuals whose bodies cannot properly digest certain foods. This includes people who are gluten or lactose intolerant, or who experience unintended weight loss or require extra calories for other medical reasons.

Medium chain triglycerides does not include protein or carbohydrates.

Medium chain triglycerides may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Medium chain triglycerides may be mixed with fruit juice, used on salad or vegetables, used in cooking or baking, or otherwise blended with sauces or other foods.

Shake the liquid well just before each use of this product.

Store medium chain triglycerides at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Follow all instructions on your medicine label and package. Inform each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you are using.

You should not use medium chain triglycerides if you have ever had an allergic reaction to medium chain triglycerides.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this product if you have any type of severe liver problems such as:

• cirrhosis or other liver disease;
• high blood pressure inside the liver;
• brain or nervous system complications caused by severe liver damage; or
• if you have had a "portacaval shunt" placed in your body.

Get emergency medical help if you notice any signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

This is not a full list of side effects and others could happen. Contact your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Usual Adult Dose for Dietary Supplement:

15 mL orally 3 to 4 times per day. Oil should be mixed with fruit juices, used on salads and vegetables, incorporated into sauces for use on fish, chicken, or lean meat, or used in cooking or baking.

Since this product is used as needed, you probably will not follow a dosing schedule.

An overdose of medium chain triglycerides is unlikely to cause life-threatening symptoms.

Follow your doctor's instructions regarding any restrictions on food, drinks, or activities.

Other drugs may interact with medium chain triglycerides, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform all of your health care providers about all medicines you are currently using and any medicine you begin or stop using.