Nutriflex Lipid 32/64 peri Emulsion for infusion
3-Chamber bag
Therapeutic Indication:
For the supply of energy, essential fatty acids, amino acids, electrolytes and fluids for parenteral nutrition of patients in states of mild to moderately severe catabolism when oral or enteral nutrition is impossible, insufficient or contraindicated.
Nutriflex Lipid 32/64 peri is indicated in adults, adolescents and children older than two years.
Description:
- Peripheral or central venous parenteral nutrition emulsion containing amino acids, glucose, MCT/LCT fat emulsion, and electrolytes in a three-chamber bag.
- Suitabe for total parenteral nutrition and/ or supplementary PN in combination with enteral nutrition
- Low glucose content
- Presentations: 1250, 1875, 2500 ml (may differ from country to country)
Advantages
Nutriflex Lipid 32/64 peri Emulsion for infusion with Lipofundin® (MCT / LCT) as lipid component
Lipofundin® MCT / LCT
- can be liver-protective1-6
- may improve the lung function7-17
- may reduce morbidity and mortality18
The bag design of Nutriflex® 3-Chamber Bags is dedicated to enhancing convenience and safety with information at a glance:
- 100 % PVC, DEHP and latex free.
- Clear and user friendly labeling at a glance
- Innovative oxygen indicator provides quality assurance
- Ports with a sterile surface enhance the sense of security
- Self-sealing and stable ports
- Color coding simplifies differentiation of bag versions and ports
Compatibility data for different additives (e.g. electrolytes, trace elements, vitamins) and the corresponding shelf life of such admixtures can be provided on demand by the manufacturer.
Note
Information may differ in your country. Before prescribing refer to nationally approved prescribing information.
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