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View compareSpecialized Medical Formula: Elemental amino acid based powder with banana flavouring for dietary management of conditions with severe GI tract impairment. Suitable from 1 year of age, sole source from 5 years of age.
Medical Benefits
Nutrition Facts - Elemental 028 Extra Powder Banana
Nutritionally complete amino acid based powder with banana flavouring for dietary management of conditions with severe GI tract impairment. Values shown per 100g powder and per 100ml at standard 20% w/v reconstitution.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Unit | Per 100g Powder | Per 100ml (20% w/v) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | kcal | 443 | 89 |
| Energy | kJ | 1871 | 374 |
| Protein | g | 12.5 | 2.5 |
| Amino Acids | g | 15 | 3 |
| Protein (% of energy) | % | 11 | 11 |
| Carbohydrate | g | 59 | 11.8 |
| - of which sugars | g | 5.3 | 1.1 |
| Carbohydrate (% of energy) | % | 53 | 53 |
| Fat | g | 17.5 | 3.5 |
| - of which saturated fat | g | 6.7 | 1.3 |
| - of which monounsaturates | g | 7.4 | 1.5 |
| - of which polyunsaturates | g | 2.4 | 0.5 |
| % MCT | % | 35 | 35 |
| % LCT | % | 65 | 65 |
| Fat (% of energy) | % | 36 | 36 |
| Fibre | g | nil added | nil added |
Vitamins & Minerals
| Nutrient | Unit | Per 100g Powder | Per 100ml (20% w/v) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | μg | 330 | 66 |
| Vitamin D | μg | 2.5 | 0.5 |
| Vitamin E | mg (α-TE) | 6.1 | 1.2 |
| Vitamin K | μg | 25 | 5 |
| Thiamin | mg | 0.6 | 0.12 |
| Riboflavin | mg | 0.6 | 0.12 |
| Niacin | mg (mg NE) | 4.2 (90) | 0.84 (18) |
| Pantothenic Acid | mg | 2.0 | 0.4 |
| Vitamin B6 | mg | 0.8 | 0.16 |
Ingredients
Elemental 028 Extra Powder Banana is a Food for Special Medical Purposes. An elemental amino acid based powder with banana flavouring designed to provide complete nutritional support for the dietary management of conditions where there is a severe impairment of the GI tract. Suitable for children from 1 year of age through to adulthood. Suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition from 5 years of age.
Dried glucose syrup, refined vegetable oils (medium chain triglycerides - palm kernel and/or coconut oil, canola oil, hybrid safflower oil), L-lysine L-aspartate, L-glutamine, L-leucine, L-phenylalanine, L-arginine, trisodium citrate, L-proline, calcium phosphate dibasic, L-valine, glycine, L-isoleucine, L-threonine, N-acetyl L-methionine, L-histidine, emulsifiers (E471, E472(e)), L-serine, tripotassium citrate, L-alanine, magnesium acetate, potassium chloride, L-tryptophan, choline bitartrate, dipotassium hydrogen phosphate, L-tyrosine, sodium chloride, calcium chloride, L-cystine, taurine, L-ascorbic acid, stabiliser (E405), L-carnitine, ferrous sulphate, zinc sulphate, DL-alpha tocopheryl acetate, M-inositol, nicotinamide, calcium D-pantothenate, manganese sulphate, copper sulphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamin hydrochloride, riboflavin, vitamin A acetate, folic acid, sodium molybdate, chromium chloride, potassium iodide, sodium selenite, vitamin K1, D-biotin, vitamin D3, cyanocobalamin, natural banana flavour
Allergy Advice
For allergens, see ingredients in bold. This product contains no major allergens.
Suitability
Medical Warnings
Critical Warnings
- Must be used under strict medical supervision.
- For enteral use only.
- Not suitable as sole source of nutrition (except from 5 years of age).
- For dietary management of conditions requiring elemental formula.
- Not suitable for infants under 1 year of age.
- Dosage must be determined by a clinician or dietitian based on age, bodyweight and medical condition.
Preparation and Directions for Usage
The recommended intake should be determined by a clinician or a dietitian only and is dependent on age, body weight and medical condition of the patient.
Indications
For enteral use only. ACBS approved, prescribable on form FP10 (GP10 in Scotland) for the following indications:
- Crohn's disease
- Short bowel syndrome
- Intractable malabsorption
- Bowel fistulae
- Radiation enteritis
- Other conditions where an elemental formula is indicated
Preparation Instructions
Standard Reconstitution Options:
- Standard concentration: 20% w/v (100g powder + 500ml water = 0.89 kcal/ml)
- For osmotically sensitive patients: 13.3% w/v (67g powder + 500ml water = 0.59 kcal/ml)
- More concentrated option: 22.6% w/v (100g powder + 443ml water = 1 kcal/ml)
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Wash hands and use clean equipment to prepare feed.
- Weigh out the prescribed amount of Elemental 028 Extra Powder Banana.
- Add a small amount of the prescribed water and stir with a fork until a smooth paste is obtained.
- Continue stirring whilst adding the rest of the prescribed amount of water.
- Once reconstituted, store in a refrigerator and use within 24 hours.
- Shake or stir immediately before use.
Storage & Shelf Life
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place (5-25°C). Once opened, store in an airtight container and use within two to three days.
Shelf Life: 24 months unopened
Manufacturer Information
Nutricia Ltd. Product Code: 578785 | PIP Code: 304-1886 | Pack Size: 100g Powder
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