Nutritional Products

Nasogastric Feeding

A blend of compassion and finely honed nursing skills is required to implement the process of nasogastric tube insertion. The patient requires your understanding and detailed explanations in order to maintain personal dignity and a cooperative spirit.

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Enteral Nutrition

Drawing on the expertise of Nestlé, S.A., the World's Food Company, UMECO brings the resources and commitment to provide health care professionals and consumers the most advanced clinical nutrition products and services. Nestlé Clinical Nutrition products are intended for use under medical supervision.

CONDITION SPECIFIC

ProBalance

ProBalance® Diet provides the nutrients needed but often overlooked for the elderly patient. Formulated with increased calories, protein, vitamins, minerals, and a blend of soluble and insoluble fiber to meet the requirements specific to the older adult patient.

ProBalance Diet in the UltraPak® System is packaged in a prefilled, non-air-dependent closed system to reduce set-up time, minimize the potential for bacterial contamination, decrease waste, and provide the flexibility of a hang time of up to 48 hours.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• caloric density of 1.2 kcal/mL to meet nutritional needs in a smaller volume
• 18% of calories from protein to meet the increased protein needs often found in the elderly
• Higher levels of key vitamins and minerals often deficient in the elderly
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 22 key vitamins and minerals in 1500 mL (1500 kcal)
• Blend of soluble and insoluble fiber to promote good bowel function
• Contains 20% of fat source as MCT to enhance absorption
• Contains taurine, carnitine, and ultra trace for long term feeding requirements
• Ready-to-use cans and prefilled, non air-dependent UltraPak ® Enteral Closed System require no mixing or diluting
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, kosher

NutriVent

NutriVent® Diet is a liquid formula designed to reduce CO2 production in pulmonary patients. NutriVent Diet contains a balanced high-fat profile, which includes MCT and canola oil in a desirable ratio to improve tolerance.

NutriVent Diet in the UltraPak® System is packaged in a prefilled, non- air-dependent closed system to reduce set-up time, minimize the potential for bacterial contamination, decrease waste, and provide the flexibility of a hang time of up to 48 hours.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Low carbohydrate formulation (27% of calories) to reduce respiratory quotient
• High MCT content (40% of total fat) to minimize fat intolerance; desirable n6:n3 ratio of 4:1
• High calorie (1.5 kcal/mL) to meet elevated energy requirements in a low volume
• High protein content (18% of total kcal) to support lean body mass
• Unflavored is isotonic (330 mOsm/kg H2O) to improve tolerance
• Elevated phosphorus content (120% RDI) to replenish low serum phosphorus concentrations
• Contains taurine, carnitine, and ultra trace elements to meet long term feeding requirements
• Ready-to-use cans and prefilled non air-dependent UltraPak ®Enteral Closed System require no mixing or diluting
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 21 key vitamins and minerals in 1000 mL (1500 kcal)
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, low-residue, kosher

Glytrol

Glytrol® Diet is a balanced nutritional formula, which meets the Dietary Guidelines of the American Diabetes Association for patients requiring blood glucose control. The unique carbohydrate blend includes amylose starch and a mixture of soluble and insoluble fibers. MCT constitutes approximately 20% of the fat source, with the remainder as high-oleic safflower oil and canola oil, to provide a diet high in MUFA.

Glytrol Diet in the UltraPak® System is packaged in a prefilled, non-air-dependent closed system to reduce set-up time, minimize the potential for bacterial contamination, decrease waste, and provide the flexibility of a hang time of up to 48 hours.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features

• Fat and complex carbohydrate consistent with the Dietary Guidelines of the American Diabetes Association
• Balanced fat profile provides 42% of total calories from a blend of MUFA, PUFA, and MCT to help regulate hyperglycemia
• Moderated carbohydrate content (40% of total calories) improves glycemic control
• Amylose starch is potentially beneficial for carbohydrate sensitive individuals
• Contains fructose to minimize the rise in plasma glucose
• 2:1 ratio of soluble to insoluble fiber to help blood glucose control and dietary management of diarrhea and constipation
• Moderate osmolality (380 mOsm/kg H2O) for improved tolerance
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 23 key vitamins and minerals in 1400 mL (1400 kcal)
• Sucrose-free, lactose-free, gluten-free, kosher
• Ready-to-use cans and prefilled, non air-dependent UltraPak ®
Enteral Closed System requires no mixing or diluting

PEDIATRIC

Nutren Junior

Nutren Junior® Diet is a balanced nutritional formula specifically designed to meet the nutrition needs of children ages 1-10 years. It's available in ready-to-use vanilla flavor for either oral or tube feeding. Nutren Junior Diet can be used as total or supplemental nutrition support for young patients who are unable to meet their nutrient requirements from regular food.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Caloric density of 1.0 kcal/ml provides a NPC:N of 183:1
• 12% of calories from high quality protein sources
• Protein source is 50% whey, 50% casein to facilitate gastric emptying
• Contains 25% of fat source as MCT to enhance absorption
• Contains taurine, carnitine, and ultra trace elements for long-term feeding requirements
• Low osmolality (350 mOsm/kg H2O) and renal solute load (205mOsm/L)
• 1000 mL meets or exceeds 100% of the NAS-NRC RDA for vitamins and minerals for children ages 1-10
• Available in vanilla flavor for oral or tube feeding
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, low residue, kosher

Peptamen Junior

Peptamen Junior® Diet provides a specifically designed protein, lipid, vitamin, and mineral profile for children ages 1 to 10 with impaired gastrointestinal function. Peptamen Junior Diet can provide complete or supplemental nutrition support. Children benefiting from Peptamen Junior Diet may include those with inflammatory bowel disease, short bowel syndrome, cystic fibrosis, chronic diarrhea, malabsorption, cerebral palsy, delayed gastric emptying, HIV/AIDS-related malabsorption, and growth failure. Peptamen Junior Diet may also be useful as a dual feeding with TPN or as a transition diet from TPN.
Peptamen Junior Diet in the UltraPak® System is packaged in a prefilled, non-air-dependent closed system to reduce set-up time, minimize the potential for bacterial contamination, decrease waste, and provide the flexibility of a hang time of up to 48 hours.

Note: Peptamen Junior Diet contains ingredients (i.e., partially hydrolyzed whey protein, a cow's milk protein) that may not be appropriate for individuals with food allergies.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Peptide-based for better absorption; 12% of calories from hydrolized whey protein
• Whey protein for improved gastric emptying
• Isotonic (260 mOsm/kg H2O) for improved tolerance
• Ready-to-use cans and prefilled, non air-dependent UltraPak ® Enteral Closed System require no mixing or diluting
• 60% MCT and 40% LCT facilitates fat absorption; desirable n6:n3 ratio of 5:1
• 1000 kcal provides 2.2 grams glutamine, 2.8 grams glutamic acid, and 0.7 grams cysteine
• Contains taurine, carnitine, and ultra trace for long term feeding requirements
• 1000 mL meets or exceeds 100% of the NAS-NRC RDA for vitamins and minerals for children ages 1-10
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, low-residue

PEPTIDE BASED

Reabilan

Reabilan® Diet is a peptide-based diet for patients with impaired GI function. The unique protein composition of small peptides results in better absorption and tolerance, allowing early transition from TPN. Reabilan Diet provides maximum benefits to improve nutritional status when administered as an early enteral feeding.

Note: Reabilan Diet contains ingredients (i.e., partially hydrolyzed whey and casein protein, cow's milk proteins) that may not be appropriate for individuals with food allergies.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Peptide-based for better absorption; 12.5% of calories from protein for lower nitrogen requirements
• Ready-to-use liquid requires no mixing or diluting
• 1.0 kcal/mL for normal caloric requirements
• Low osmolality (350 mOsm/kg H2O) for improved tolerance
• 50% MCT and 40% LCT facilitates fat absorption
• Balanced lipid profile contains canola oil for a desirable n6:n3 ratio of 5:1
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI in 2000 mL (2000 kcal)
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, low-residue

Peptamen Diet

Peptamen® Diet is formulated to provide complete or supplemental nutritional support in an easily absorbed form for patients with impaired gastrointestinal function. Peptamen Diet may be appropriate for those with short bowel syndrome, pancreatic insufficiency, chronic diarrhea, radiation-enteritis, and delayed gastric emptying. Peptamen Diet may also be useful as a dual feeding with TPN or as a transition diet from TPN.

Peptamen Diet in the UltraPak® System is packaged in a prefilled, non- air-dependent closed system to reduce set-up time, minimize the potential for bacterial contamination, decrease waste, and provide the flexibility of a hang time of up to 48 hours.

Note: Peptamen Diet contains ingredients (i.e., partially hydrolyzed whey protein, a cow's milk protein) that may not be appropriate for individuals with food allergies.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Peptide-based for better absorption; 16% of calories from hydrolyzed whey protein.
• Unflavored is isotonic (270 mOsm/kg H2O) for improved tolerance.
• Available in cans (unflavored and vanilla), and prefilled, non-air-dependent UltraPak® Enteral Closed System (unflavored only).
• 70% MCT and 30% LCT facilitates fat absorbtion; desirable n6:n3 ratio of 7:1.
• 1000 kcal provides 3.0 grams glutamine; 3.8 grams glutamic acid, and 0.9 grams cysteine.
• Contains taurine, carnitine, and ultra-trace minerals for long-term feeding requirements.
• Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 22 key vitamins and minerals in 1500 mL (1500 kcal).
• Lactose-free, gluten-free, low-residue.

NU BASICs PLUS

NuBasics Plus

NuBasics® Plus Drink is a delicious oral supplement for those who require or prefer a calorically-dense supplement in conjunction with their regular diet, or as a complete meal replacement. NuBasics Plus Drink combines the benefits of a high calorie nutritional supplement with great taste.
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE.

Features
• Delicious tasting high-calorie oral supplement encourages increased intake and meets energy requirements in a reduced volume
• 1.5 kcal/mL
• Vanilla Swirl, Chocolate Splash, and Strwbwrry Burst provide theree appertizing and enticing flavors
• Vitamin and mineral fortified
• Appropriate for low-sodium, low-cholesterol, and carbohydrated-controlled diets
• lactose-free, gluten-free, cholesterol-free, low-residue, kosher

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