Did you know? Souvenaid® may be eligible for funding support.
Depending on your circumstances, there may be funding options available to help cover the cost of Souvenaid®. This can include NDIS plans, Home Care Packages, or other support programmes. Have a chat with your care coordinator or healthcare professional to see what you might be eligible for, then come back to us and we'll get your order sorted.
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Souvenaid® | Memory Support for Early Alzheimer's Disease
A once-a-day drink your doctor may have mentioned
If your GP or specialist has suggested Souvenaid® for you or someone you care for, you're in the right spot. It's a Food for Special Medical Purposes (a food made for people with a particular medical condition, used under medical supervision), and it comes in two formats: a ready-to-drink 125ml bottle and a 360g powder tin.
Each serve contains Fortasyn® Connect, Nutricia's blend of omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA), uridine monophosphate, choline, phospholipids, B vitamins and antioxidants. You have one serve a day alongside your usual meals, and it doesn't replace them.
Souvenaid® isn't a medicine, and it doesn't cure or treat any condition. Your healthcare professional is the right person to talk to about whether it suits your situation.
Fast Facts about Souvenaid
- One serve a day, on top of a normal diet
- Liquid: 125ml bottle, about 125 kcal, in Vanilla, Strawberry and Cappuccino
- Powder: 30g makes about 122ml, about 123 kcal, roughly 12 serves per tin, in Vanilla & Banana, Lemon & Orange and Chocolate Hazelnut
- Contains milk, fish (tuna) and soy
- To be used under the guidance of your healthcare professional
Is Souvenaid® right for you?
Because Souvenaid® is used under medical supervision, the best first step is a chat with your GP or specialist. If they've already given you the go-ahead, we'll make getting it easy, with Australia-wide delivery and NDIS checkout.
A few things to know before you order:
It's for adults, and it isn't suitable for children
It isn't a sole source of nutrition.
Because Souvenaid® is used under medical supervision, the best first step is a chat with your GP or specialist. If they've already given you the go-ahead, we'll make getting it easy, with Australia-wide delivery and NDIS checkout.
It isn't suitable if you're allergic to milk, fish or soy, or if you have galactosaemia
If you have diabetes, your care team may want you to keep an eye on your blood glucose
If you're not sure whether Souvenaid® is right for your situation, we'd always recommend having a chat with your GP or treating specialist first. And if you've already been given the green light, we're here to make it easy to get.
Souvenaid® is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of early Alzheimer's disease. It must be used under medical supervision. It doesn't cure or alleviate Alzheimer's disease. Please talk to your healthcare professional about whether it's suitable for you or the person you care for.
Further reading
If you'd like to read the published research on Souvenaid®, here's where to start. Your healthcare professional can help you make sense of it.
- Cummings, J., et al. (2019). Souvenaid in the management of mild cognitive impairment: an expert consensus opinion. Alzheimer's Research & Therapy, 11(1), 73. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13195-019-0528-6
- Scheltens, P., et al. (2012). Efficacy of Souvenaid in mild Alzheimer's disease: results from a randomized, controlled trial. Journal of Alzheimer's Disease, 31(1), pp. 225 to 236. https://doi.org/10.3233/jad-2012-121189
Frequently Asked Questions about Souvenaid®
What is Souvenaid® and what does it actually do?
What is Souvenaid® and what does it actually do?
It's a once-a-day medical nutrition drink made by Nutricia. It's classed as a Food for Special Medical Purposes, which means it's made for people with a particular medical condition and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional. Each serve contains Fortasyn® Connect, a blend of omega-3s, choline, uridine monophosphate, phospholipids, B vitamins and antioxidants.
How long should I take it for?
How long should I take it for?
That's one for your doctor. Souvenaid® is designed to be taken every day over the long term, and your healthcare professional will tell you what's right for your situation.
Do I need a prescription to buy Souvenaid®?
Do I need a prescription to buy Souvenaid®?
No, you don't need a prescription in Australia. As a Food for Special Medical Purposes, though, it's meant to be used under the guidance of your healthcare professional. Once your GP or specialist has given you the go-ahead, you can order it straight from us.
What's the difference between Souvenaid® Liquid and Souvenaid® Powder?
What's the difference between Souvenaid® Liquid and Souvenaid® Powder?
Both contain Fortasyn® Connect, so it mostly comes down to what suits your routine. The Liquid is a 125ml bottle you can drink straight away. The Powder is a 360g tin with about 12 serves that you mix up yourself, and it's lighter to carry if you're travelling. The flavours differ too: Vanilla, Strawberry and Cappuccino for the Liquid, and Vanilla & Banana, Lemon & Orange and Chocolate Hazelnut for the Powder.
Can I take Souvenaid® with my other medications?
Can I take Souvenaid® with my other medications?
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before you start, and let them know everything you're already taking. They're best placed to tell you whether Souvenaid® fits in with your current medications.
Is Souvenaid® suitable if I have diabetes?
Is Souvenaid® suitable if I have diabetes?
It can be, but check with your diabetes care team first. Souvenaid® contains carbohydrate, so they may ask you to monitor your blood glucose more closely when you start.
Is Souvenaid® gluten-free?
Is Souvenaid® gluten-free?
The Liquid is made from gluten-free ingredients and contains less than 20mg/kg of gluten. If you have coeliac disease or a gluten sensitivity, check with your doctor before you start.
Can I take Souvenaid® if I have a milk, fish, or soy allergy?
Can I take Souvenaid® if I have a milk, fish, or soy allergy?
No, sorry. Both the Liquid and the Powder contain milk protein, fish oil (from tuna) and soy, so Souvenaid® isn't suitable if you're allergic to any of them.
Always check with your healthcare professional if you're unsure.
How do I store Souvenaid®?
How do I store Souvenaid®?
- For the Liquid: keep unopened bottles in a cool, dry place. Once opened, close the bottle, refrigerate it, and finish it within 24 hours. It tastes best cold, so keeping a few in the fridge ready to go makes sense.
- For the Powder: store the tin in a cool, dry place, and once opened, keep it airtight and use within two weeks.
How much does Souvenaid® cost and is there any funding available?
How much does Souvenaid® cost and is there any funding available?
Pricing varies depending on which product and format you choose, and whether you're purchasing individually or as part of a subscription.
There may be funding options available to help with costs, depending on your circumstances. This can include Home Care Packages, NDIS plans, or other support programmes.
We'd recommend speaking with your care coordinator or healthcare professional to find out what you might be eligible for. If you have questions about pricing, feel free to give us a call at 1300 604 499 and we'll walk you through your options.
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