Print TreatmentThe main goal of treatment for MCAD deficiency is to prevent problems from occurring. It's important to have regular meals and snacks and choose foods that are high in carbohydrates and low in fat. Talk with your doctor about what to do if symptoms develop. Some experts recommend giving simple carbohydrates, such as glucose tablets or sweetened, non-diet beverages, by mouth. If the symptoms are more serious, an intravenous (IV) line may be needed. By Mayo Clinic Staff Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic Symptoms & causes Nov. 17, 2017 Print Share on: FacebookTwitter References National Library of Medicine. Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency. Genetics Home Reference. http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/medium-chain-acyl-coa-dehydrogenase-deficiency. Accessed Feb. 12, 2016. Matern D, et al., ets. Medium-chain acyl-CoA dehydrogenase deficiency. In: GeneReviews. Seattle, Wash.: University of Seattle, Washington; 1993-2016. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK1424. Accessed Feb. 12, 2016. ACYL-CoA dehydrogenase, medium-chain, deficiency of, ACADMD. Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man. Johns Hopkins University. http://www.omim.org/entry/201450. Accessed Feb. 12, 2016. Merck Manual Consumer Version. MCAD deficiency. http://www.merckmanuals.com/home/children-s-health-issues/hereditary-metabolic-disorders/disorders-of-lipid-metabolism. Accessed Feb. 12, 2016. RelatedNausea and vomiting MCAD deficiencySymptoms & causesDiagnosis & treatment Advertisement Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Advertising & Sponsorship Policy Opportunities Ad Choices Mayo Clinic Marketplace Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic. FREE TRIAL — Mayo Clinic Health Letter4 simple steps to a joy-filled lifeLive stronger, longer and healthier at any ageStop osteoporosis in its tracksThe Mayo Clinic Diet Online CON-20193216 Patient Care & Health Information Diseases & Conditions MCAD deficiency