Description
Fortisip Compact Protein by Nutricia is a ready-to-drink, high-energy (2.4 kcal/ml), high‑protein, low‑volume oral nutritional supplement designed for situations where concentrated nutrition is needed. Each 125 ml bottle provides 300 kcal and 18 g protein in a fibre‑free formulation with 28 vitamins and minerals. Supplied in an ergonomic plastic bottle with a resealable, easy‑open cap. Classified as a Food for Special Medical Purposes for enteral use only and to be used under medical supervision.
Key features and composition (per 125 ml, Vanilla)
- Energy: 300 kcal (1263 kJ)
- Protein: 18 g total (predominantly casein; approx. casein 16.8 g, whey 1.3 g)
- Carbohydrate: 30.5 g (of which sugars 16.6 g; lactose ~0.38 g)
- Fat: 11.8 g (saturates 1.1 g; monounsaturates 7.1 g; polyunsaturates 3.5 g; ω‑6:ω‑3 ≈ 5:1)
- Fibre: 0 g; Water: 78.8 ml
- Osmolality: ~900 mOsmol/kg H2O
- Choline: 138 mg; includes 28 vitamins and minerals
Intended use and suitability
- Dietary management of disease‑related malnutrition and for individuals with increased energy and protein requirements.
- Suitable where fluid restriction is required (e.g., some liver or renal conditions), with clinical oversight.
- Relevant populations may include people with cancer, post‑trauma, cystic fibrosis, burns, dementia, and COPD.
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; choline chloride; vitamins and minerals including vitamin A, D, E, K, C, B‑complex, iron, zinc, copper, iodine, selenium, chromium, fluoride. Minor variations by flavour.
Allergen and dietary information
- Contains: cow’s milk protein and soy
- Does not contain: wheat, egg, nuts, lupins
- No gluten‑containing ingredients; tested <5 ppm gluten
- Low lactose (≤2 g/100 g)
- Halal certified; Kosher approval (except flavours containing carminic acid)
Flavours
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 treatment.
Important notices
- Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
- For enteral use only; not for parenteral use
- Not suitable for people with galactosaemia or with cow’s milk protein allergy
- Use with caution in impaired renal function; monitor fluid intake
- Not suitable for children under 6 years; use with caution in children 6–10 years
Directions for use
- Best served chilled; shake well before use
- Use only as advised by a healthcare professional
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place
- After opening, close, refrigerate, and use within 24 hours