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What it is
Protifar is a Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP). It’s a powdered, unflavoured, high-protein supplement used for the dietary management of hypoproteinaemia (low blood protein). It may also be used to help top up protein intake when normal diet isn’t enough or when protein needs are increased (e.g., burns, wound healing).
Key features
Neutral taste: can be added to sweet or savoury foods/drinks with minimal change to flavour or texture
High protein: 1 level scoop = 2.5g powder, providing ~2.2g protein
Low in minerals (as described by the manufacturer)
Manufacturer lists suitability as Vegetarian and provides Kosher suitability information
How to use (typical method)
Use only the scoop provided.
First mix the required amount with enough cold liquid to make a smooth paste, then stir into food or drink.
Suitable for use in cooking as well.
Important safety information
Use under medical supervision; not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
Not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
Contra-indications: not suitable for people who require a protein-restricted diet; not suitable for galactosaemia.
Ingredients & allergens
Ingredients: Concentrated cow’s milk protein, emulsifier (soy lecithin). Contains milk and soy.
Storage & shelf life
Store sealed in a cool, dry place (5–25°C); do not refrigerate.
Once opened, use within 1 month.
Prepare per serving and use within 2 hours; discard unfinished portions.
Shelf life stated as 36 months (check best-before on the tin).
Who it’s for
Formulated for people who can’t meet protein needs through a normal diet (e.g., increased requirements or reduced intake).
Flavour / format
Powder, neutral flavour (unflavoured/neutral)
Can be added to sweet or savoury food/drinks without significantly changing taste/texture; suitable for cooking
Key nutrition (at a glance)
Protein: 2.2g per 2.5g powder (1 level scoop)
Energy: 9 kcal per 2.5g scoop
Per 100g powder: 368 kcal, protein 87.2g, fat 1.6g, carbohydrate <1.5g, fibre 0g, salt 0.25g
Ingredients & allergens
Ingredients: Concentrated cow’s milk protein, emulsifier (soy lecithin)
Contains: milk and soy
How to use (typical mixing method)
Use only the scoop provided (1 level scoop = 2.5g powder).
Mix Protifar with enough cold liquid to form a smooth paste.
Stir into food or drink.
Amount and frequency should be set by a healthcare professional.
Warnings / not suitable for
Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
Not suitable for children under 3 years
Not suitable for people requiring a protein-restricted diet
Not suitable for galactosaemia
Storage
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place (5–25°C), do not refrigerate. Once opened, use within 1 month. Prepare per serving and use within 2 hours; discard leftovers.
Pack
Commonly supplied as a 225g tin (country/market dependent).
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