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HIGH ENERGY ADULT - 2.4 KCAL/ML - NUTRITIONALLY COMPLETE - ORAL
📦 Product Essentials
Product
Ensure Compact
Flavour
Vanilla
Available Flavours
Banana, Café Latte, Strawberry, Vanilla
Preparation
Ready to Use - Oral/Sip Feeding
Age
Adults (Not intended for children)
Pack Size
4 x 125ml Bottles
Energy Density
2.4 kcal/ml (High Energy)
Product Type
Complete, Balanced Nutrition
⚠️ Dietary Information
Contains: Milk, Soya
✓
Gluten Free
Not Clinically Lactose Free
✓
Suitable for Vegetarians*
*Vitamin D is synthesised from cholesterol extracted from wool grease from live sheep. Strawberry contains E120 (cochineal).
🔥 Nutritional Highlights
300
Calories per 125ml bottle
Protein
12.8g per 125ml (17.0%)
Carbohydrates
36.0g per 125ml (47.9%)
Fat
11.7g per 125ml (35.1%)
Osmolality
1052 mOsm/kg H₂O
Detailed Information
Allergen Information
Contains: Milk, Soya
✓
Gluten Free
Not Clinically Lactose Free
Not Milk Free
✓
Suitable for Vegetarians*
Not Suitable for Vegan Diet
Nutrition Facts - Ensure Compact
Available in 4 x 125ml bottles (300 kcal per bottle)
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Units | per 100ml | per 125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | kJ | 1008 | 1261 |
| Energy | kcal | 240 | 300 |
| Fat | g | 9.35 | 11.7 |
| - of which saturates | g | 0.80 | 1.0 |
| - of which MCT* | g | trace | trace |
| Carbohydrate | g | 28.8 | 36.0 |
| - of which sugars | g | 6.2 | 7.8 |
| Protein (nitrogen) | g | 10.2 (1.63) | 12.8 (2.05) |
| Salt | g | 0.36 | 0.45 |
| Water | g | 64.3 | 80.4 |
*MCT = medium-chain triglycerides (C6:0 - C12:0)
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Units | per 100ml | per 125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RE) | μg | 155 | 194 |
| Vitamin D₃ | μg | 3.0 | 3.8 |
| Vitamin E (α TE) | mg | 4.7 | 5.9 |
| Vitamin K₁ | μg | 21 | 26 |
| Vitamin C | mg | 21 | 26 |
| Folacin (folic acid) | μg | 48 | 60 |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B₁) | mg | 0.35 | 0.44 |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B₂) | mg | 0.47 | 0.59 |
| Vitamin B₆ | mg | 0.47 | 0.59 |
| Vitamin B₁₂ | μg | 0.97 | 1.2 |
| Niacin (NE) | mg | 4.4 | 5.5 |
| Pantothenic acid | mg | 1.5 | 1.9 |
| Biotin | μg | 7.5 | 9.4 |
| Choline | mg | 97 | 121 |
Minerals
| Mineral | Units | per 100ml | per 125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | mg (mmol) | 145 (6.31) | 181 (7.89) |
| Potassium | mg (mmol) | 215 (5.50) | 269 (6.88) |
| Chloride | mg (mmol) | 145 (4.09) | 181 (5.11) |
| Calcium | mg (mmol) | 170 (4.24) | 213 (5.30) |
| Phosphorus (phosphate) | mg (mmol) | 170 (5.49) | 213 (6.86) |
| Magnesium | mg (mmol) | 20 (0.82) | 25 (1.03) |
| Iron | mg | 3.4 | 4.3 |
| Zinc | mg | 2.9 | 3.6 |
| Manganese | mg | 0.60 | 0.75 |
| Copper | mg | 0.32 | 0.40 |
| Iodine | μg | 38.4 | 48 |
| Selenium | μg | 12 | 15 |
| Chromium | μg | 10 | 13 |
| Molybdenum | μg | 20 | 25 |
Other Information
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Renal Solute Load | 740 mOsm/L |
| Osmolarity | 676 mOsm/L |
| Osmolality | 1052 mOsm/kg H₂O |
| Non-protein calorie:N ratio | 122:1 |
| P/S ratio | 2.87 |
| n6:n3 ratio | 6.1:1 |
Nutritionally complete for vitamins and minerals in:
- 625ml (excluding sodium, potassium, chloride and magnesium)
- 1500ml (when excluding sodium, potassium and chloride only)
Note: nutritionally complete volumes are calculated using the UK Reference Nutrient Intake for men aged 19-50 years.
Protein & Amino Acids
Protein Sources
| Protein Source | g/100g protein | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium caseinate | 25.0 | 2.55 | 3.19 |
| Milk protein isolate | 75.0 | 7.65 | 9.56 |
Essential Amino Acids
| Amino Acid | g/100g protein | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Histidine | 2.60 | 0.27 | 0.34 |
| Isoleucine | 4.98 | 0.51 | 0.64 |
| Leucine | 8.87 | 0.90 | 1.13 |
| Lysine | 7.79 | 0.79 | 0.99 |
| Methionine | 2.66 | 0.27 | 0.34 |
| Phenylalanine | 4.78 | 0.49 | 0.61 |
| Threonine | 4.33 | 0.44 | 0.55 |
| Tryptophan | 1.33 | 0.14 | 0.18 |
| Valine | 6.05 | 0.62 | 0.78 |
| Arginine | 3.43 | 0.35 | 0.44 |
Non-Essential Amino Acids
| Amino Acid | g/100g protein | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alanine | 3.04 | 0.31 | 0.39 |
| Aspartic acid | 3.53 | 0.36 | 0.45 |
| Cystine | 0.60 | 0.06 | 0.08 |
| Glutamic acid | 10.4 | 1.06 | 1.33 |
| Glycine | 1.80 | 0.18 | 0.23 |
| Proline | 9.78 | 1.00 | 1.25 |
| Serine | 5.35 | 0.55 | 0.69 |
| Tyrosine | 5.12 | 0.52 | 0.65 |
Fat & Fatty Acids
Fat Sources
| Fat Source | % total fatty acids | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| High oleic sunflower oil | 38.5 | 3.60 | 4.50 |
| Canola oil | 38.5 | 3.60 | 4.50 |
| Corn oil | 19.4 | 1.81 | 2.27 |
| Soy lecithin | 3.60 | 0.34 | 0.42 |
Essential Fatty Acids
| Fatty Acid | g/100g fat | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linoleic acid (C18:2) | 22.4 | 2.07 | 2.59 |
| Linolenic acid (C18:3) | 3.66 | 0.34 | 0.43 |
Monounsaturated Fatty Acids
| Fatty Acid | g/100g fat | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palmitoleic acid (C16:1) | 0.14 | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Oleic acid (C18:1) | 59.5 | 5.48 | 6.85 |
| Gadoleic acid (C20:1) | 0.63 | 0.06 | 0.08 |
| Erucic acid (C22:1) | 0.28 | 0.03 | 0.04 |
Saturated Fatty Acids
| Fatty Acid | g/100g fat | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauric acid (C12:0) | 0.04 | trace | trace |
| Myristic acid (C14:0) | 0.05 | trace | trace |
| Palmitic acid (C16:0) | 5.48 | 0.51 | 0.64 |
| Margaric acid (C17:0) | 0.05 | trace | trace |
| Stearic acid (C18:0) | 2.29 | 0.21 | 0.26 |
| Arachidic acid (C20:0) | 0.43 | 0.04 | 0.05 |
| Behenic acid (C22:0) | 0.59 | 0.05 | 0.06 |
| Lignoceric acid (C24:0) | 0.17 | 0.02 | 0.03 |
Carbohydrate Sources
| Carbohydrate Source | % total carbohydrates | g/100ml | g/125ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corn syrup | 89.9 | 25.9 | 32.4 |
| Sucrose | 10.0 | 2.88 | 3.60 |
| Stabilisers: E460 (cellulose); E466 (carboxymethyl cellulose) | 0.10 | 0.03 | 0.04 |
Ingredients
Water, hydrolysed corn starch, milk proteins, vegetable oils (canola, high oleic sunflower, corn), sucrose, minerals (potassium chloride, calcium citrate, magnesium phosphate dibasic, ferrous sulphate, potassium citrate, zinc sulphate, manganese sulphate, cupric sulphate, potassium iodide, sodium molybdate, chromium chloride, sodium selenate), emulsifier: soy lecithin, flavourings, acidity regulator: E525, choline chloride, vitamins (C, E, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, B₆, B₁, B₂, vitamin A palmitate, folic acid, K₁, biotin, D₃, B₁₂), stabilisers (E460, E466).
Note: All information based on vanilla flavour. Some minor differences exist between flavours.
Product Description
Ensure Compact is a 2.4 kcal/ml complete, balanced nutritional supplement drink designed for adults who cannot or will not eat sufficient quantities of everyday food and drink to meet their nutritional needs. This high-energy formula delivers 300 kcal and 12.8g of high-quality protein in a convenient 125ml bottle.
The formula features a balanced macronutrient profile with protein providing 17.0% of energy, carbohydrates 47.9%, and fat 35.1%. It contains high-quality protein sources including milk protein isolate (75%) and sodium caseinate (25%). The fat blend includes high oleic sunflower oil, canola oil, and corn oil for a heart-healthy fatty acid profile with a P/S ratio of 2.87.
Ensure Compact is nutritionally complete for vitamins and minerals in 625ml (excluding sodium, potassium, chloride and magnesium), calculated using the UK Reference Nutrient Intake for men aged 19-50 years. Available in banana, café latte, strawberry, and vanilla flavours.
Suitable for people with diabetes provided that routine glucose checks are performed. It is suggested that patients consult with their dentist for further advice on oral hygiene.
Usage Instructions
Food for Special Medical Purposes: For use under medical supervision. Suitable as a nutritional supplement or as a sole source of nutrition for patients who cannot or will not eat sufficient quantities of everyday food and drink to meet their nutritional needs.
Storage & Directions for Use
- Store unopened at room temperature
- Ready for use. Open immediately prior to use
- Shake well before use
- Best served chilled unless bolus feeding is indicated, in which case the product should be administered at room temperature
- May also be served as warm drinks. Do not boil
- Once opened, cover, refrigerate and discard unused feed after 24 hours
- Ensure Compact bottles will attach to all Abbott giving sets
Community Use - Prescriptions
Can be prescribed on FP10 (GP10 in Scotland) as a sole source of nutrition or as a nutritional supplement for the dietary management of patients with, or at risk of developing, disease-related malnutrition.
All prescriptions should be endorsed ACBS (Advisory Committee on Borderline Substances).
Precautions
- Monitor fluid intake to ensure adequate hydration status
- In patients receiving some medications there may be a risk of drug nutrient interactions (e.g. warfarin and vitamin K). Careful prescribing and monitoring practices will serve to reduce the risk (please refer to pharmacist)
- Patients should not make any additions to the feed without consulting their pharmacist or dietitian
- Many nutritional products contain sucrose and other sugars. It is important for patients who are taking supplements as sip feeds to observe good oral hygiene. It is suggested that patients consult with their dentist for further advice
- Unless recommended by a healthcare professional, not intended for use in children
Contra-indications
- FOR ENTERAL USE ONLY
- Not for use in galactosaemia
- Suitable for people with diabetes provided that routine glucose checks are performed
Manufacturer Information
| Manufacturer | Abbott Laboratories Ltd |
| Address | Abbott House, Vanwall Business Park, Vanwall Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 4XE, United Kingdom |
| Website | Nutrition.abbott/uk |
| Customer Care | 0800 252882 |
Document Reference: UK-ENSC-2300005 | Date of preparation: August 2023 | Version 7
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