PEPTAMEN® BARIATRIC, Unflavored – 250 mL Tetra Prisma® † – Nestle HealthCare Nutrition, Inc. – 4390097235

Peptamen Bariatric liquid food is designed specifically for those individuals with obesity. The unique protein to calorie ratio is specifically designed to help meet the protein requirement of the critically ill patient with obesity recommended in the 2009 Critical Care Guidelines.
This medical food is specifically formulated to be the best ratio of nutrients to support those with obesity that require liquid feedings. For example, Peptamen Bariatric has the highest percentage of calories from protein (37percent) of any complete tube feeding formula to help support maintenance of lean body mass.
The lipid profile in this tube feeding liquid is ideal to support modulation of pro-inflammatory mediators in the critically ill patient. The carbohydrate level designed to support the nutritional management of blood glucose levels. The antioxidant profile is also designed to help support healthy cells.