Vital® 1.5 Cal, Cans
HCPCS Code: B4153
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Vital 1.5 Cans
Therapeutic, Peptide-Based, Elemental Nutrition to Support GI Tolerance
- VITAL 1.5 CAL is a calorically dense, peptide-based, elemental formula for patients experiencing malabsorption, maldigestion, or impaired GI function and/or symptoms of GI intolerance.
- For tube or oral feeding.
- For supplemental or sole-source nutrition.
- Use under medical supervision.
Features
- 1.5 Cal/mL-concentrated calories for fluid-restricted patients.
- Designed to promote tolerance:
- Hydrolyzed, peptide-based protein system.
- MCT/canola oil structured lipid, a next-generation fat to promote absorption of fatty acids.
- 1.4 g of NutraFlora® scFOS®*/8 fl oz (6 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon.
- Elevated antioxidants vitamins C and E to help reduce free radical damage.
- Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1500 Cal (1000 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.
Instructions for Use: 8-fl-oz Can
- Store unopened at room temperature.
- Shake well; Vital 1.5 Cal is ready to use.
- Clean top of container thoroughly before opening.
- Once opened, cover, refrigerate and use within 48 hours.
Oral Feeding:
- May be 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 temprature with an 8 Fr or larger tube; gravity feeding not recommended.
- Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feeding, 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:1.5 | ||
| Protein, % Cal:18 | ||
| Carbohydrate, % Cal:49 | ||
| Fat, % Cal:33 | ||
| MCT:LCT:47.5:52.5 | ||
| Cal to Meet 100% RDIs:1500 | ||
| mL to Meet 100% RDIs:1000 | ||
| Total Cal:g Nitrogen:139:1 | ||
| Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen:114:1 | ||
| Osmolality, mOsm/kg H2O:610 | ||
| Viscosity:Thin (Room Temperature), Nectar-Like (Chilled) | ||
| Minimum Tube Size for Gravity/Pump Feeding (Fr):not recommended/8 | ||
| Nutrient Data | ||
| Protein, g:16.0 | ||
| Fat, g:13.5 | ||
| Carbohydrate, g:44.2 | ||
| Dietary Fiber, g: 1.4† | ||
| Water, g:181 | ||
| Taurine, mg:35 | ||
| L-Carnitine, mg:35 | ||
| Calories:355 | ||
| Vitamins | ||
| Vitamin A, IU:1540 | 31 | |
| Vitamin D, IU:95 | 24 | |
| Vitamin E, IU:24 | 80 | |
| Vitamin K, mcg:19 | 24 | |
| Vitamin C, mg:120 | 200 | |
| Folic Acid, mcg:190 | 48 | |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg:0.70 | 47 | |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg:0.80 | 47 | |
| Vitamin B6, mg:1.4 | 70 | |
| Vitamin B12, mcg:2.8 | 47 | |
| Niacin, mg:9.5 | 48 | |
| Choline, mg:160 | Not established | |
| Biotin, mcg:140 | 47 | |
| Pantothenic Acid, mg:4.7 | 47 | |
| Minerals | ||
| Sodium, mg:355 | Not established | |
| Potassium, mg:475 | Not established | |
| Chloride, mg:355 | 10 | |
| Calcium, mg:235 | 24 | |
| Phosphorus, mg:235 | 24 | |
| Magnesium, mg:95 | 24 | |
| Iodine, mcg:35 | 23 | |
| Manganese, mg:1.2 | 60 | |
| Copper, mg:0.47 | 24 | |
| Zinc, mg:7.1 | 47 | |
| Iron, mg:4.3 | 24 | |
| Selenium, mcg:19 | 27 | |
| Chromium, mcg:28 | 23 | |
| Molybdenum, mcg:43 | 57 | |
| * RDI percentages for adults and children 4 or more years of age. | ||
| † 1.4 g of dietary fiber supplied by short-chain fructooligosaccharides. | ||
Ingredients
Water, Maltodextrin, Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Structured Lipid (Interesterified Canola Oil & Medium Chain Triglycerides), Sugar (Sucrose), Partially Hydrolyzed Sodium Caseinate, Canola Oil, Medium-Chain Triglycerides, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Natural & Artificial Flavors, DATEM, Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Cellulose Gel, Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Sucralose, Carrageenan, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Cellulose Gum, Magnesium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, 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.