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ARGINAID®

ARGINAID®

Arginine-Intensive Drink Mix

For Patients Recovering from Burns, Surgery, or Chronic Wounds

  • Each serving contains 4.5 g of L-arginine along with supplemental Vitamins C and E
  • Mixes quickly and easily with water
  • Available in three delicious fruit flavors: Lemon, Orange, and Cherry

Features At-A-Glance:

kcal/mL: 0.15 when mixed with 237 mL water
Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
Protein: 53%
Carbohydrate: 47%
Fat: 0%
Protein Source: L-arginine
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water): 170 when mixed with 237 mL water
Supplemental L-Arginine: 4.5 g/serving
HCPCS Code: B4155
Appropriate for these diets:
lactose-free*, gluten-free, kosher, sugar-free

*Not for individuals with galactosemia

Ordering Information:

Packets Product Code NDC Format Number Packaging
Orange 35983000 00212-5983-75 56-9.2 (0.32 oz) packets/case
Cherry 35984000 00212-5984-75 56-9.2 (0.32 oz) packets/case
Lemon 35985000 00212-5985-75 56-9.2 (0.32 oz) packets/case
(4 inner cartons, 14 packets each)

For the Nutritional Management of:

Venous Stasis Ulcers Diabetic Foot Ulcers Gluten Intolerance Lactose Intolerance Pressure Ulcers / Wound Management Wound Management

Other Product Applications:

  • Pressure ulcers
  • Diabetic foot ulcers
  • Venous ulcers
  • Burn injury
  • Non-healing surgical wounds
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.

This product is not intended as a sole source of nutrition.