Description

Fresubin Energy is a high-energy, nutritionally complete supplement designed to support individuals with specific dietary needs. Developed by Fresenius Kabi, this product is tailored for those managing disease-related malnutrition, offering a reliable source of nutrition for patients with increased energy demands or fluid restrictions.

Key Features

• Energy Density: With an energy density of 1.5 kcal/ml, Fresubin Energy provides substantial nutritional support in a compact form.
• Complete Nutrition: It is fibre-free (except for the chocolate flavour) and offers a comprehensive range of essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals, making it suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
• Dietary Compatibility: The product is lactose-free, gluten-free, and approved for Kosher and Halal diets, ensuring broad compatibility with various dietary requirements.

Usage

Fresubin Energy is available as a ready-to-drink sip feed and a liquid tube feed, requiring no preparation. It is intended for enteral use only, suitable for oral or tube feeding. This makes it an ideal option for individuals with conditions such as short bowel syndrome, intractable malabsorption, and other related health challenges.

Flavours and Packaging

The oral supplement comes in a variety of flavours including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, and more, packaged in 200ml EasyBottles. The tube feed is unflavoured and available in EasyBags of 500ml, 1000ml, and 1500ml.

Administration

Dosage is highly individualized and should be determined by a healthcare professional. Typically, it ranges from 2 to 7 bottles per day for oral intake, and ≥1500ml per day for tube feeding in adults.

Contraindications

Fresubin Energy is not suitable for children under 3 years, patients with galactosaemia, or where enteral nutrition is not permitted. It should be used under medical supervision, particularly in young children.

Storage

Store at room temperature and refrigerate after opening, using within 24 hours. With a shelf life of 15 months, it offers long-term availability for continuous nutritional support.

Fresubin Energy is part of the broader Fresubin range, providing versatile clinical nutrition solutions for use both in hospitals and at home, helping to meet the diverse needs of patients effectively.