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Description
Vivonex RTF is a complete elemental formula for oral or tube feeding. It is a 100% free amino acids diet for total enteral nutrition. Useful in stressed, catabolic patients. May be used post-operatively as an enteral alternative to TPN and may also benefit patients with gastrointestinal impairment. 24 cans per case or 6 closed system containers per case. Not for individuals with galactosemia.
Specifications
kcal/mL | 1.0 |
Protein | 20% |
Carbohydrate | 70% |
Fat | 10% |
Protein Source | Free amino acids (28% from BCAA) |
NPC:N Ratio | 111:1 |
MCT:LCT Ratio | 40:60 |
n6:n3 Ratio | 6.7:1 |
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) | 630 |
Water Content | 848 mL/1000 mL |
Meets 100% RDI for 24 key micronutrients | 1500 mL |
Supplemental L-Arginine | 5.8 g/L |
Appropriate for these diets | Lactose-free, low-residue, kosher |
Features
- For the dietary management of:
- Bowel Resection
- Crohn's Disease
- Early Post-Operative Feeding
- Gastrointestinal Fistula
- Gluten Intolerance
- Impaired Digestion and Absorption
- Lactose Intolerance
- Radiation Therapy
- Critical Illness
- Pre/Post Surgery
- Short-Bowel Syndrome
- Chylothorax
- Malabsorption
- IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)
- Radiation Enteritis
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