DESCRIPTION

A flavoured liquid consisting of protein (milk), carbohydrate (maltodextrin and sucrose), vegetable oils (soya, MCT, sunflower and linseed oils), minerals, vitamins and trace elements.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

NOT SUITABLE WHERE ENTERAL NUTRITION IS NOT PERMITTED

NOT SUITABLE FOR INFANTS UNDER ONE YEAR OF AGE

PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD ONLY BE USED UNDER MEDICAL SUPERVISION

USE WITH CAUTION IN CHILDREN UNDER 5 YEARS OF AGE

INDICATIONS FOR USE

Fresubin^® energy drink is suitable as a nutritional supplement or as a sole source of nutrition for patients at risk of malnutrition.

Fresubin^® energy drink is prescribable on FP10/GP10 for the following indications: short bowel syndrome, intractable malabsorption, pre-operative preparation of patients who are undernourished, patients with proven inflammatory bowel disease, following total gastrectomy, dysphagia, bowel fistulae, disease related malnutrition.


DOSAGE

Dosage should be calculated by a clinician or dietitian according to individual requirements.
As a guide:
For supplementary nutrition:
3 x 200ml bottles per day will provide 900kcal, 34g protein and contains the average adult daily requirements for vitamins and trace elements
For complete nutrition: 7 x 200ml bottles per day will provide 2100kcal and 79g protein.

When prescribed in the community the maximum dosage should not exceed 7 x 200ml bottles (79g protein) per day.

STORAGE

Store in a cool place, do not store above 25°C.
Once opened, can be stored for up to 24 hours in a refrigerator.

PACK SIZE

24 x 200ml bottles.

SHELF LIFE

12 months from date of manufacture.

ENERGY DISTRIBUTION

Protein 15% Fat 35% Carbohydrate 50%