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CRUCIAL®

CRUCIAL®

Complete Elemental Nutrition for Immune Support

Promotes Absorption and Tolerance in Critically Ill Patients with GI-Dysfunction

  • Immune support of critically ill patients
  • High protein to help support the body's demand during severe stress
  • Supplemental arginine and omega-3 fatty acids to help support immune function
  • Peptide-based protein and 50% of fat as MCT to help promote absorption and tolerance
  • Elevated levels of antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals associated with wound healing and tissue repair

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Features At-A-Glance:

kcal/mL: 1.5
Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
Protein: 25%
Carbohydrate: 36%
Fat: 39%
Protein Source: enzymatically hydrolyzed casein, L-arginine
NPC:N Ratio: 67:1
MCT:LCT Ratio: 50:50
n6:n3 Ratio: 1.5:1
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water): 490
Free Water 77%
Meets 100% RDI for 23 key micronutrients: 1000 mL
EPA/DHA 4.3 g/L
Supplemental L-Arginine: 12 g/L
HCPCS Code B4153
 
Appropriate for these diets:
lactose-free*, gluten-free, low-residue

* Not for individuals with galactosemia

Ordering Information:

Cans Product Code NDC Format Number   Packaging
Unflavored 9871616280      0065-9124-70 24-250 mL cans/case
UltraPak® System
1000 mL
9871626284

00212-6284-61   

6-1000 mL bags/case

U.S. Patent Nos. 5,714,472 and 5,723,446

For the Nutritional Management of:

Other Product Applications:

  • Burns and wounds
  • Critically ill with GI-dysfunction
  • Stage 3 and 4 pressure ulcers

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

This product is a medical food for use as directed by a medical professional.
It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.