Features
- Has CARBSTEADY®, a carbohydrate blend designed to help minimize blood sugar response.
- High in calories — 1.8 Cal/mL.
- Low in protein — 10% of total calories.
- Low in phosphorus and potassium.
- A good source of fiber, including prebiotics.
- Therapeutic nutrition that can help maintain nutritional status while adhering to renal diets for nondialyzed people with chronic kidney disease, or nondialyzed without protein-energy wasting (malnutrition).
- Kosher.
- Halal.
- Gluten-free.
- Suitable for lactose intolerance.
Precautions
- Not for IV use.
- Not suitable for people with galactosemia.
Storage & Handling
Instructions for Use:
- Use under medical supervision.
- Store unopened at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
- Clean top of container thoroughly before opening.
- Shake well prior to opening.
- Once opened, reclose or cover, refrigerate and use within 48 hours.
- If consumed directly from the container, cover, refrigerate and use within 24 hours.
Oral Feeding:
- May be used for supplemental or sole source nutrition.
- May be fed at room temperature or chilled.
Tube Feeding:
- Follow physician's instructions.
- Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
- Gravity/Pump feed at room temperature with a syringe or an 10 Fr or larger tube.
- Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
- Avoid contamination during preparation and use.