Description
Fortisip Compact Protein is a ready-to-drink, high-energy (2.4 kcal/ml), high-protein, low-volume oral nutritional supplement (Food for Special Medical Purposes). It is fibre-free and presented in a compact 125 ml ergonomic, resealable bottle for enteral use under medical supervision.
Key features
- 300 kcal and 18 g protein per 125 ml bottle
- Casein-predominant protein (~16.8 g casein; ~1.3 g whey)
- Low lactose (<2 g/100 g); gluten tested <5 ppm
- Suitable where fluid restriction may be required; fibre-free
- Osmolality ~900 mOsmol/kg H2O; omega‑6:omega‑3 ~5:1
- Resealable bottle; ready to drink; high reported compliance
Nutritional information (per 125 ml, Vanilla; values vary by flavour)
- Energy: 300 kcal (1263 kJ)
- Protein: 18 g (~24% energy)
- Carbohydrate: 30.5 g (sugars 16.6 g; lactose 0.38 g)
- Fat: 11.8 g (saturates 1.1 g; mono 7.1 g; poly 3.5 g)
- Water: 78.8 ml; Fibre: 0 g
- Choline: 138 mg Selected micronutrients: Calcium 438 mg; Phosphorus 375 mg; Magnesium 68.8 mg; Potassium 131 mg; Sodium 50 mg; Iron 2.6 mg; Zinc 3 mg; Selenium 17.5 µg; Iodine 57.5 µg. Vitamins A 325 µg RE; D 2.6 µg; E 4.6 mg α‑TE; K 20 µg; C 37.5 mg; B1 0.56 mg; B2 0.6 mg; Niacin 4.5 mg NE; B6 0.66 mg; B12 1.4 µg; Folic acid 100 µg; Pantothenic acid 2 mg; Biotin 15 µg.
Ingredients (Vanilla flavour)
Water; cow’s milk proteins (micellar casein isolate, milk protein caseinates); maltodextrin; sugar; vegetable oils (rapeseed, sunflower); magnesium hydrogen phosphate; emulsifier (soy lecithin); vanilla flavouring; vitamin/mineral blend; colouring (curcumin); choline chloride. Ingredients and nutrient values vary by flavour.
Allergen and dietary information
- Contains cow’s milk protein and soy
- No gluten-containing ingredients (tested <5 ppm)
- Free from wheat, egg, nuts, lupins
- Halal certified; Kosher status may vary by market/flavour
Indications
- Dietary management of disease-related malnutrition or increased energy/protein requirements (e.g., cancer, post‑trauma, cystic fibrosis, burns, dementia, COPD)
- Situations where a small volume, high-density supplement is preferred
- May be suitable where fluid restriction is indicated
Important notices
- Food for Special Medical Purposes; use under medical supervision
- For enteral use only; not for parenteral use
- Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
- Not suitable for individuals with galactosaemia or cow’s milk protein allergy
- Not for children under 6 years; use with caution in ages 6–10 years
- Use with caution in impaired renal function; monitor fluid intake
Directions and storage
- Ready to drink; shake well; best served chilled
- Use as directed by a healthcare professional
- Store in a cool, dry place
- Refrigerate after opening and use within 24 hours
Flavours and variants
Vanilla, Mocha, Strawberry, Neutral, Hot Tropical Ginger, Cool Red Fruits. Neutral, Hot Tropical Ginger, and Cool Red Fruits are designed to help address taste alterations during cancer care.