- VIVONEX PLUS: Formulated with 100% free amino s for severely compromised GI tracts. Requires minimal digestive functionality for assimilation, can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation..
- SPECIALIZED TION: Made with low quantities of (6% of total calories) for improved tolerance & reduced pancreatic stimulation. Glutamine, arginine & BCAA content make it useful in stressed, catabolic patients..
- USE UNDER MEDICAL SUPERVISION: Vivonex are formulas designed to promote feeding tolerance while supporting tional goals in patients with severe trointestinal dysfunction..
- MEDICAL FOOD: Suitable for low-residue, gluten-free, kosher & lactose-free diets. Not for IV use. Only for ages 3 & up. Medical Food: Use under Medical Supervision..
- TION SOLUTIONS: Nestlé Science’s portfolio of tion solutions targets areas, such as pediatric & acute care, surgery, , y aging & trointestinal ..
Product Description
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Vivonex Plus Elemental Powder contains 100% free amino s and
a low content to support the tional goals for
individuals with severe trointestinal disorders.
Vivonex Plus formula is designed to contain low quantities of
, which under some circumstances may be insufficient to meet
the essential ty (EFA) requirements. Suitable for
low-residue, gluten-free, kosher and lactose-free diets* (*Not
for individuals with galactosemia) Can be used for tube feeding
or oral supplementation. Not for IV use. Medical Food: Use under
Medical Supervision.
From the Manufacturer
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VIVONEX Plus Packets
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MP 6 (6 x 2.8 oz) XI
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Elemental Powder
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This elemental formula contains 100% free amino s for those
with severe GI disorders.
VIVONEX PLUS combines 100% free amino s with additional free
glutamine, enhanced arginine, and branched-chain amino s
(BCAA) for individuals with severely impaired GI function or
extensive bowel resection.
Intended for tube feeding.
Appropriate for these dietary restrictions:
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* Lactose-free
* Gluten-free
* Low-residue
* Kosher
What are Medical Foods?
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In order to be a medical food, the product must meet certain
criteria defined by the law. These products are used under the
supervision of a physician and are designed and intended for the
dietary management of specific diseases or conditions that cannot
be managed simply with the modification of a normal diet.
Medical foods are not intended to treat, cure, prevent, mitigate
or have a direct impact on disease in a manner similar to drugs
or other medical s. Ask your physician whether a medical
food is recommended for the dietary management of a disease or
condition you have.
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.
Ingredients
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Maltodextrin (from Corn), L-Glutamine, Modified Cornstarch,
L-Leucine, L-Arginine Acetate, Soybean Oil and less than 2% of
Magnesium Gluconate, L-Lysine Acetate, Calcium Glycerophosphate,
L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, L-Phenylalanine, Sodium Citrate,
L-Threonine, Potassium Citrate, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride, Citric
, L-Methionine, L-Tyrosine, L-Histidine Hydrochloride,
L-Aspartic , L-Proline, L-Tryptophan, Disodium Phosphate,
Potassium Chloride, Choline Bitartrate, L-Serine, L-Alanine,
Glycine, Ascorbic , Polyglycerol Esters of ty s,
Taurine, L-Carnitine, Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sule,
Potassium Sorbate and Bha and Bht and Tocopherols (To Maintain
Freshness), Ferrous Sule, Niacinamide, A Palmitate,
Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Gluconate, D3, Pyridoxine
Hydrochloride, Manganese Sule, Riboflavin, Thiamine
Hydrochloride, Folic , Chromium Chloride, Biotin, Potassium
Iodide, Sodium Molybdate, Sodium Selenite, Phytonadione,
B12.