Glucerna® 1.5kcal
Glucerna® 1.5kcal/ml is a high energy, high protein nutrition with sweeteners for patients with, or at risk of developing, disease-related malnutrition.
Indications
Glucerna® 1.5kcal is suitable for the dietary management of patients with diabetes or abnormal glucose metabolism.
Presentation
- 220ml reclosable plastic bottle
- 500ml ready-to-hang (RTH) plastic bottle
Flavours & Order Codes
| Product | Flavours | GMS Code | Pack Size | Case Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glucerna® 1.5kcal | Vanilla | S499 / 20033796 | 220ml | 30 |
| Glucerna® 1.5kcal | Vanilla | S499 / 20033810 | 500ml | 8 |
Preparation
- Glucerna® 1.5kcal is ready to use.
- Do not dilute or add anything to the ready-to-hang bottle unless instructed under the guidance of a healthcare professional.
Top tips for Glucerna® 1.5kcal
For oral use, Glucerna® 1.5kcal is best served chilled.
Glucerna® 1.5kcal can be frozen into ice cubes or lollipops.
Glucerna® 1.5kcal can be added to foods to help boost the nutritional content e.g. try adding to porridge or mug of coffee
Features
ENERGY• 1.5kcal/ml |
ENERGY DISTRIBUTION• Protein 20.06% • Carbohydrate 32.81% • Fat 45.13% • Fibre 2.00% |
COMPLETE IN VITAMINS AND MINERALSNutritionally complete in 1091ml** |
CLINICALLY LACTOSE & GLUTEN FREEMaximum lactose value 197mg/L |
AVAILABLE IN VANILLA FLAVOUR |
OSMOLARITY• 671 mOsm/L |
OSMOLALITY• 875 mOsm/kg H2O |
PROTEIN16.5g per 220ml bottle |
WATER169.31g per 220ml bottle |
**Nutritionally complete for vitamins and minerals in 1091 ml (excluding electrolytes, calculated using the UK Reference Nutrient Intake for men aged 19-50 years)
Data sheet available online. For further product information please contact Abbott Nutrition, Freephone 1800 411 411
Note
- Not suitable for patients with galactosaemia
- FOR ENTERAL USE ONLY
- Do not use in children under 1 year of age
- Not intended for use in children unless recommended by a physician or other qualified healthcare professional
Remember to always consult your Doctor, Dietitian or Healthcare Professional before using Glucerna® 1.5kcal
References
GMS: General Medical Services, DPS: Drugs Payment Scheme, LTI: Long Term Illness Scheme