DESCRIPTION
An unflavoured liquid consisting of protein (hydrolysed wheat protein, milk protein and L-arginine), fat (safflower, linseed, MCT and fish oils), carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals and trace elements.

CONTRA-INDICATIONS
NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

NOT SUITABLE WHERE ENTERAL NUTRITION IS NOT PERMITTED

NOT SUITABLE FOR PATIENTS WITH GLUTEN SENSITIVE ENTEROPATHY

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

INDICATIONS FOR USE

The indications for Reconvan^® have been adapted according to the latest guidelines ¹:

Reconvan^® is intended for the dietary management of patients with increased risk of infection, such as post-operative, post-traumatic - in particular burns - or severely malnourished patients - not including the critically ill with severe SIRS (Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome) or sepsis.

¹Heyland et al. JPEN 2003; 27(5):355-373 and Consensus Recommendations from the U.S. Summit on Immune-Enhancing Enteral Therapy. JPEN 2001;25(2 Suppl): S61-3

DOSAGE

Dosage should be calculated by a clinician or dietitian according to individual requirements.
As a guide: For complete nutrition:
3 x 500ml provides 1500kcal and 82.5g protein and meets the average adult recommended daily requirements for vitamins, minerals and trace-elements.

For tube feeding, it is recommended that the full dosage of Reconvan^® is introduced gradually over
2 – 3 days.

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.

SHELF LIFE

12 months from date of manufacture