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Enteral Nutrition Formulas (Systemic)

Enteral Nutrition Formulas | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Enteral Nutrition Formula

Your enteral feeding may be given by mouth or by a feeding tube. Use the amount recommended by your doctor.

For patients taking the oral liquid form of enteral nutrition:

  • This preparation is in ready-to-use form. No dilution is needed unless directed by your physician.
  • Shake the preparation well before opening. Refrigerate after opening, out of the reach of children. Most formulas can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of your product.

For patients using the powder form of this preparation:

  • For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions on the package.
  • Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator, out of the reach of children. Most formulas can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of your product.

Storage - To store the unopened container:

  • Keep out of the reach of children.
  • Store away from heat and direct light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the enteral nutrition formula to break down.
  • Keep the enteral nutrition formula from freezing. Do not refrigerate, unless the product has been opened or mixed.
  • Do not keep outdated enteral nutrition formulas or those no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded enteral nutrition formula is out of the reach of children.

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