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As part of the Abbott family, you're tapping into over 100 years of expertise as a dedicated provider of quality nutritional and pharmaceutical care. Our family of products also caters to the special nutritional needs of adults. Read on to find out more.

Diabetes

Glucerna^® SR

Specialised nutrition for people with diabetes
Unique carbohydrate blend, a patented formula of Abbott
Low cholesterol
Low glycemic index
Contains monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA)
Lactose-free and gluten-free
Use as a breakfast drink, a snack between meals or as meal replacement for weight management
Suitable for use as sole source of nutrition or tube feeding.

Tube Feeding:

Follow physician's instructions. Not for parenteral use. Not for use in galactosemia.

ProSure^®

Energy Dense, High Protein Nutrition with EPA for cancer-induced weight loss.

EPA*, an omega-3 fatty acid derived from fish oil, which normalizes some of the metabolic processes that cause weight loss in cancer patients.
Quality protein to help rebuild muscle mass.
Enhanced levels of vitamins and minerals that are commonly reduced in cancer patients.
Complete, balanced nutrition to help fight weight loss.
Low in fat to help with digestion.
FOS+, a soluble fiber that helps maintain a healthy digestive tract.

EPA* = eicosapentaenoic acid
FOS+ = fructooligosaccharides

ProSure^®

Energy Dense, High Protein Nutrition with EPA for cancer-induced weight loss.

EPA*, an omega-3 fatty acid derived from fish oil, which normalizes some of the metabolic processes that cause weight loss in cancer patients.
Quality protein to help rebuild muscle mass.
Enhanced levels of vitamins and minerals that are commonly reduced in cancer patients.
Complete, balanced nutrition to help fight weight loss.
Low in fat to help with digestion.
FOS+, a soluble fiber that helps maintain a healthy digestive tract.

EPA* = eicosapentaenoic acid
FOS+ = fructooligosaccharides

Kidney

Nepro^®

Specialized Nutrition for People on Dialysis

Excellent source of protein (16.6g /237ml) to replace protein lost during dialysis and to help maintain lean body mass
Low in phosphorus, potassium and calcium
High in folic acid and vitamin B6
Contains FOS* to support gastrointestinal tract health
For tube or oral feeding

FOS*= Fructo-oligosaccharides

Suplena^®

Specifically formulated for people with Reduced Kidney Function

Low in protein (6% of total calories)
Low in phosphorus and sodium
High in vitamin B6 and folic acid
Fat blend high in monounsaturated fatty acids to comply with American Heart Association recommendations
High calorie (2 cal/mL) to provide energy in a low-fluid volume
For tube or oral feeding

Respiratory

Pulmocare^®

High-calorie, low carbohydrate formula designed to reduce carbon dioxide production, which may be helpful for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, or respiratory failure

Pulmocare^® is appropriate for ventilator-dependent patients
Contains 20% of fat as MCT for better fat absorption
Meets or exceeds 100% of the US RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1420 Cal (947 mL)
Fortified with the antioxidants all-natural vitamin E, beta carotene, and vitamin C
Lactose- and gluten-free

Tube Feeding

Ensure^® Liquid

Complete, balanced nutrition for oral supplementation or tube feeding.

Features of Ensure:

Provides 1 Cal/ml
Provides high-quality protein to support tissue building and maintenance
Low in saturated fats
Lactose Free and Gluten Free
Available in 3 great-tasting flavours (Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry)
Ready to use

Glucerna^® Liquid

Specially formulated for people with diabetes
Reduced carbohydrate
Complete and balanced formula
Low cholesterol
Contains monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA)
Lactose-free and gluten-free
Use as sole source of nutrition or tube feeding

Instructions for use:

Shake well. Open immediately prior to use. Once opened, use within 48 hours and discard any unused feed after this time. Store unopened at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate after opening.

Tube feeding:

Follow physician's instructions. Not for parenteral use. Not for use in galactosemia.

Jevity^®

Complete, Balanced and Isotonic Liquid Nutrition with fiber

Ideal for long-term tube feeding
14.4g of total dietary fiber/L. Fiber helps maintain normal bowel function and may be useful in the dietary management of diarrhoea and constipation
Meets or exceeds 100% of the US RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1400 Cal (1321mL)
Isotonic formula is beneficial for those intolerant of hypertonic feeds*
Lactose-free and gluten-free

Hypertonic feeds* = hypertonic feeds which may result in gastrointestinal symptoms:
distension, cramps and diarrhoea

Oxepa^®

Clinically shown to modulate the inflammatory response in critically ill, mechanically ventilated patients, including those with sepsis, SIRS (systemic inflammatory response syndrome), ALI (acute lung injury), or ARDS (acute respiratory distress syndrome)

Unique, patented oil blend – contains 4.6g/L of EPA* and 4g/L of GLA# to help modulate inflammation
Elevated levels of antioxidants to help prevent free radical damage
Meets or exceeds, 100% of the US RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1420 Cal (946mL)
Calorically dense (1.5 Cal/ml) – concentrated calories for fluid-restricted patients

EPA* = eicosapentaenoic acid
GLA# = gamma-linolenic acid