DRINK RTU hypercal. adult normoprot. w/o fib., van 200-237ml
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DRINK READY TO USE hypercaloric adult
Please always consider the MSF STD (NFOSDEAAHPFV8) before ordering a NST.
Definition
Ready-to-use hypercaloric liquid nutrition that can be consumed as a complete diet or as a nutritional supplement.
Hypercaloric drinks are designed for patients with high energy needs who are able to swallow (for patients unable to swallow, enteral nutrition is recommended).
There are two types of ready-to-use hypercaloric drinks for adults:
- NORMO-protein for patients with high energy requirements and in case of fluids restriction (NFOSDRHANPWV2)
- HIGH-protein for patients with high energy requirements, hypercatabolism, and severe catabolism (e.g., adult with burns or those recovering from major surgery or trauma) (NFOSDRHAHPWV2)
Remark: Whenever possible, it is preferable to use the powder form (NFOSDEAAHPFV8) instead of ready-to-use drinks, as it is cheaper and versatile (can be used for oral and enteral nutrition and can be reconstituted to different concentrations). Additionally, the powder has a longer shelf life (24 months).
Synonym
Drinks for Special Medical Purpose
Specifications
Technical specifications
Nutritional properties
NORMO-protein (NFOSDRHANPWV2) | HIGH-protein (NFOSDRHAHPWV2) | |
energy | 150 kcal/100 ml | 150 kcal/100 ml |
fat | 35-38% energy (6 g/100 ml) | 35-38% energy (6 g/100 ml) |
carbohydrates | 48-50% energy (18 g/100 ml) | 48-50% energy (18 g/100 ml) |
proteins | 15% energy (5.6 g/100 ml) | 25% energy (10 g/100 ml) |
Examples | Fresubin energy drink Fortimel energy vanilla | Fresubin 2kcal drink vanilla Fortimel extra vanilla |
- Fortification: each daily portion is designed to meet the average adult's recommended daily requirements for vitamins and trace elements.
- Ready-to-use high energy drinks are free from lactose, gluten, and fibre.
- Only standard articles are mentioned here, Contact your pharmacist or nutrition referent if you need the code of a non-standard article. Examples: product with fibres, isocal drink (1 kcal/ml).
Packaging & Labelling
The primary and secondary packaging must protect the hygienic and nutritional qualities of the product during transport, handling, and storage under MSF field conditions.
- Primary packaging (unit packaging): bottle of 200 ml or 237 ml, sterilised pack
For more information on packaging labelling, refer to the CHECKLIST CONTROL UPON RECEIPT specialised food.
Instructions for use
- Always read the instructions on the product packaging.
- Do not dilute.
- Do not add medicines or any other substances.
- Can be served at room temperature.
Storage
- Below 25ºC
- Shelf life: 12 to 15 months
- After opening, the product can be stored in the refrigerator (< 5oC) for up to 24 hours, provided it is placed in the fridge immediately after opening.
- After opening, the ready-to-use drink can usually be kept at room temperature for up to 2 hours.
- Always check the storage recommendations on the packaging.
Caution! The main risk of deterioration is a loss of nutritional and organoleptic properties due to improper storage conditions (> 30°C).
Follow the procedure QA-NFOS-SOP3 Storage of specialized food (NFOS).
For procedures related to Quality Control, refer to Preliminary remarks on specialised food
MSF requirements
The hypercaloric and hyperprotein ready-to-use drink is well adapted for:
- adult patients with Viral Haemorrhagic Fever (EBOLA) who cannot have a normal diet or who are suffering severe anorexia
- burn and trauma patients
The ready-to-use drink is suitable, especially for VHF/EBOLA patients, to minimise the contact time with the patient.