Vital AF 1.2 Cal™
HCPCS Code: B4153
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Vital 1.2 Cans
Therapeutic Elemental Nutrition to Help Manage Inflammation and Symptoms of GI Intolerance
- VITAL AF 1.2 CAL is Advanced Formula therapeutic elemental nutrition with ingredients to help manage inflammation and symptoms of GI intolerance.
- For tube or oral feeding.
- For supplemental or sole-source nutrition.
- Use under medical supervision.
Features
- Designed to promote tolerance:
- Hydrolyzed peptide-based protein system.
- MCT/fish oil structured lipid, a well-tolerated1,2 and absorbed1next generation fat to promote absorption of fatty acids.
- 1.2 g of NutraFlora® scFOS®*/8 fl oz (5.1 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon.
- EPA (2.7 g/L) and DHA (1.1 g/L) from fish oil (10.8 g/L) to help modulate inflammation and support immune function.3,4
- 75 g/L protein to meet the increased protein needs of stressed patients (>1.2 g/kg) and support healing.5
- 1013 IU/L vitamin D to help meet the increased vitamin D needs of critically ill patients.6,7
- Elevated antioxidants vitamins C and E to help reduce free radical damage.
- Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for protein and 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1422 Cal (1185 mL).
- Gluten-free.
- Suitable for lactose intolerance.
- Low-residue.
Feeding sets are for single-patient use only. Use clean technique to avoid set and/or product contamination.
Precautions
- Not for IV use.
- Not for people with galactosemia.
* NutraFlora® and scFOS® are not registered trademarks of Abbott Laboratories.
1 Kenler AS, et al. Ann Surg 1996;223:316-333.
2 McKenna MC, et al. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 1985;4:45-51.
3 Calder PC. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids. 2008;79:101-108.
4 Calder PC. Clin Nutr. 2010;29:5-12.
5 McClave SA, et al. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2009;33(3):277-316.
6 Lee P, et al. Intensive Care Med 2009;35 (12):2028-2032.
7 Lee P, et al N Engl J Med 2009;360(18):1912-1914.
Instructions for Use: 8-fl-oz-can
Store unopened at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
- Shake well. Vital AF 1.2 Cal is ready to use.
- Clean top of container thoroughly before opening.
- Once opened, cover, refrigerate and use within 48 hours.
Oral Feeding:
- May by used for total or supplemental nutrition.
- May be fed at room temperature or chilled.
Tube Feeding:
- Follow physician's instructions.
- Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
- Feed by pump at room temperature with an 8 Fr or larger tube; gravity feeding not recommended.
- Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
- Avoid contamination during preparation and use.
Nutrition
| Serving Size: 8 fl oz(237 mL) |
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| Amount Per Serving | % DV | % RDI* |
| Characteristics | ||
| Nutrient Density, Cal/mL:1.2 | ||
| Calories per fl oz:35.6 | ||
| Protein, % Cal:25 | ||
| Carbohydrate, % Cal:36 | ||
| Fat, % Cal:39 | ||
| MCT:LCT:45:55 | ||
| Cal to Meet 100% RDIs:1422 | ||
| mL to Meet 100% RDIs:1185 | ||
| Total Cal:g Nitrogen:100:1 | ||
| Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen:75:1 | ||
| Osmolality, mOsm/kg H2O:425 | ||
| Renal Solute Load, mOsm/kg water:560 | ||
| Viscosity:Nectar-like (room temperature & chilled) | ||
| Minimum Tube Size for Gravity/Pump Feeding (Fr):not recommended/8 | ||
| Nutrient Data | ||
| Protein, g:17.8 | ||
| Fat, g:12.8 | ||
| Carbohydrate, g:26.2 | ||
| Dietary Fiber, g: 1.2† | ||
| Taurine, mg:30 | ||
| L-Carnitine, mg:30 | ||
| Water, g:192 | ||
| Calories:284 | ||
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A, IU:1300 | 25 | |
| Vitamin D, IU:240 | 60 | |
| Vitamin E, IU:60 | 200 | |
| Vitamin K, mcg:16 | 20 | |
| Vitamin C, mg:100 | 170 | |
| Folic Acid, mcg:160 | 40 | |
| Vitamin B1, mg:0.6 | 40 | |
| Vitamin B2, mg:0.68 | 40 | |
| Vitamin B6, mg:1.2 | 60 | |
| Vitamin B12, mcg:2.4 | 40 | |
| Niacin, mg:8.0 | 40 | |
| Choline, mg:135 | Not established | |
| Biotin, mcg:120 | 40 | |
| Pantothenic Acid, mg:4.0 | 40 | |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium, mg:300 | Not established | |
| Potassium, mg:400 | Not established | |
| Chloride, mg:300 | 8 | |
| Calcium, mg:200 | 20 | |
| Phosphorus, mg:200 | 20 | |
| Magnesium, mg:80 | 20 | |
| Iodine, mcg:30 | 20 | |
| Manganese, mg:1.0 | 50 | |
| Copper, mg:0.40 | 20 | |
| Zinc, mg:6.0 | 40 | |
| Iron, mg:3.6 | 20 | |
| Selenium, mcg:16 | 25 | |
| Chromium, mcg:24 | 20 | |
| Molybdenum, mcg:36 | 50 | |
| * RDI percentages for adults and children 4 or more years of age. | ||
| † 1.2 g of dietary fiber supplied by short-chain fructooligosaccharides. | ||
Ingredients
Water, Corn Maltodextrin, Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Caseinate. Less than 2% of the Following: Structured Lipid (Interesterified Marine Oil [Contains One or More of the Following: Anchovy, Menhaden, Salmon, Sardine, Tuna], Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Medium-Chain Triglycerides, Canola Oil, Soy Oil, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Cellulose Gel, DATEM, Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Citrate, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Acesulfame Potassium, Carrageenan, Cellulose Gum, Calcium Phosphate, Sucralose, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Magnesium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Cyanocobalamin, Phylloquinone, and Vitamin D3.
Contains milk ingredients.