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NUTRIHEP®

NUTRIHEP®

Enteral Nutrition for Hepatic Patients

Promotes Tolerance and Optimal Liver Function in Patients with Hepatic Disease

  • High in branched-chain amino acids and low in aromatic & ammonia-forming amino acids
  • High caloric density for fluid management
  • High calorie-to-nitrogen ratio to help maintain protein utilization for lean muscle mass
  • Low total fat, high MCT content to facilitate absorption
  • Nutritionally complete formula for tube feeding or oral supplementation
  • Complete tube feeding

Features At-A-Glance:

kcal/mL: 1.5
Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
Protein: 11%
Carbohydrate: 77%
Fat: 12%
Protein Source: crystalline L-amino acids, whey protein concentrate
NPC:N Ratio: 209:1
MCT:LCT Ratio: 70:30
n6:n3 Ratio: 4:1
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water): 790
Free Water 76%
Meets 100% RDI for 19 key micronutrients: 1000 mL
HCPCS Code B4154

Appropriate for these diets:
lactose-free*, gluten-free, low-residue, kosher

* Not for individuals with galactosemia

Ordering Information:

Cans Product Code    NDC Format
Number
Packaging
Unflavored   9871616479 0065-9078-70    24-250 mL cans/case

U.S. Patent No. 5,571,783

For the Nutritional Management of:

Other Product Applications:

  • Patients with hepatic insufficiency or liver disease

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.