Nutriflex® Omega plus emulsion for infusion
3-chamber bag parenteral nutrition for high energy and moderate protein supply
Therapeutic indications:
For patients in states of moderate to severe catabolism when oral or enteral nutrition is impossible, insufficient or contraindicated:
- Central venous parenteral nutrition (PN) for supply of energy, amino acids, electrolytes, fluids and lipids (Lipoplus®/Lipidem® with Omega-3)
- Indicated in adult patients and children older than 2 years on parenteral nutrition (PN)
- Suitable for total PN and/or supplementary PN in combination with enteral nutrition
- Easy to calculate: 1 ml ~ 1 kCal
Example of Indications:
- Critically ill patients in the post-acute phase
- Chronically ill patients
- Cancer patients without inflammation
- Patients with high caloric and fluid needs (2500 ml large volume bag)
Admixing Nutriflex® Omega plus:
- Can be mixed with multiple additives, such as electrolytes, phosphate, alanyl-glutamine, trace elements or vitamins, e. g. Tracutil® and Viant® from B. Braun
For detailed compatibility and stability information, please refer to the Nutriflex® Admixing Guide. If you need further information or individual support, please do not hesitate to contact your local customer service.
Special Bag Characteristics:
- Clear and user-friendly labeling and handling
- Macronutrients and caloric value at first sight
- Clear color-coding for injection and infusion port
- Stable ports with big diameter
- 100% PVC, DEHP and latex-free
Bag sizes:
- 1250 ml, 1875 ml, 2500 ml bags (bag size may differ from country to country)
- Up to 1.5 g protein/kg/d possible
Advantages
Lipoplus® as lipid component
Lipoplus®/Lipidem® includes MCT, LCT and is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA).
For more information, please check lipid emulsions from B. Braun.
DHA=docosahexaenoic acid; EPA=eicosapentaenoic acid; MCT=medium-chain triglycerides; LCT=long-chain triglycerides
Note
For dosing information for Nutriflex® Omega plus, please refer to the respective Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC).