Vital® 1.5 kcal is a peptide-based, high-calorie nutritional formula designed to provide 1.5 kcal per milliliter for individuals experiencing malnutrition, malabsorption, or feed intolerance. This ready-to-hang (RTH) liquid feed comes in a 1000 mL tube, suitable for oral or enteral feeding through standard medical feeding sets. The peptide formulation aids digestion and improves tolerance, supporting patients with gastrointestinal dysfunction or reduced appetite by ensuring better energy absorption and clinical flexibility. Available in a smooth vanilla flavor, the formula serves as a complete nutrition source or supplement under healthcare supervision and simplifies nutritional management for challenging gastrointestinal conditions.
Key Features & Benefits:
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High energy density of 1.5 kcal/mL for patients with high-calorie needs and reduced appetite
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Peptide-based formula using hydrolyzed proteins for improved digestion and tolerance
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Convenient 1000 mL ready-to-hang tube for accurate clinical nutrition delivery
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Suitable for both oral and tube feeding via standard Abbott Nutrition giving sets
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Vanilla flavor improves palatability and patient compliance
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Reduces contamination risk with ready-to-hang packaging and simplifies handling
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Can serve as the sole nutritional source or supplement in malabsorption and malnutrition care plans
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Designed for use under medical supervision for tailored nutritional support