Wednesday, November 16, 2016

PIVOT 1.5 CAL Nutrition | Abbott Laboratories | Abbott Brands | Abbott Products | www.abbott.com




Therapeutic, Peptide-Based, Very-High-Protein Nutrition for Metabolic Stress
  • PIVOT 1.5 CAL is designed for metabolically stressed surgical, trauma, burn, or head and neck cancer patients who could benefit from an immune modulating enteral formula.
  • For tube feeding.
  • For sole-source nutrition.
  • Use under medical supervision.
Features
  • Provides very high protein (93.8 g/L, 25% of calories) to support protein synthesis, tissue repair and wound healing.
  • Provides 1.5 Cal/mL—concentrated calories for fluid-restricted patients.
  • Immune support:
    • Arginine (13 g/L, 3.5% of calories) to support proliferation and function of immune cells.
    • Glutamine (inherent) (7.6 g/L) for GI-tract integrity and energy for immune cells.
    • Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA, 2.6 g/L; DHA, 1.1 g/L) to help modulate inflammation and support immune function.1,2
  • Tolerance:
    • Advanced blend of hydrolyzed protein, structured lipid, and prebiotic (NutraFlora® scFOS®*) to promote absorption and tolerance.
    • Hydrolyzed, peptide-based protein system.
    • MCT/fish oil structured lipid, a well-tolerated3,4 and absorbed4 next generation fat to promote absorption of fatty acids.
    • 1.8 g of NutraFlora scFOS/8 fl oz (7.5 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic soluble fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon.
  • Elevated antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene.
  • Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 24 vitamins and minerals in 1500 Cal (1000 mL).
  • Halal.
  • Gluten free.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.
  • Low-residue.
Precautions
  • Not for IV use.
  • Not for people with galactosemia.

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