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CARNATION® INSTANT BREAKFAST® LACTOSE FREE VHC

CARNATION® INSTANT BREAKFAST® LACTOSE FREE VHC

Balanced Nutritional Drink

Great-Tasting Very High-Calorie Complete Nutritional Drink

  • Very High Calorie – 2.25 kcal/mL
  • Appropriate for medication pass supplement programs**
  • Nutritionally dense to accommodate diminished appetites
  • Light, smooth texture increases satisfaction and compliance
  • 560 calories/250 mL to support weight gain
  • 22.5 g protein/250 mL when calories alone are not enough

Features At-A-Glance:

kcal/mL 2.25
Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
     Protein 16%
     Carbohydrate 34%
     Fat 50%
Protein Source calcium-potassium caseinate, isolated soy protein
NPC:N Ratio 131:1
n6:n3 Ratio 4.1:1
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 950
Free Water 67%
Meets 100% RDI for 15 key micronutrients 750 mL
HCPCS Code B4152

Appropriate for these diets:
lactose-free*, gluten-free, low-residue, kosher, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, fluid-restricted

* Not for individuals with galactosemia

** As with all medication taken with food, drug/nutrient interactions should be evaluated by the physican and/or pharmacist prior to use

Ordering Information:

Cans Product Code NDC Format
Number
Packaging
Vanilla Swirl   9871633900     0065-9050-76   24-250 mL cans/case

For the Nutritional Management of:

Other Product Applications:

  • Malnutrition
  • Increased energy needs
  • Fluid restriction/volume sensitivity
  • Anorexia
  • Cachexia

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.