OSMOLITE
WHY HAVE I BEEN RECOMMENDED OSMOLITE?
Osmolite is liquid nutrition that is given to patients as a tube feed. It is designed for people who cannot get all the energy and nutrients they need by mouth and who might have or be at risk of malnutrition.
If you are unable to eat safely, for example if you have difficulty swallowing, or you are able to eat, but can’t eat enough to meet your nutritional needs, then your healthcare professional (e.g. consultant or dietitian) may recommend you with Osmolite to help you get the nutrients you need.
WHAT IS OSMOLITE?
Osmolite is liquid nutrition that comes in a 500 ml or a 1000 ml ready-to-hang bottle and contains calories, protein, vitamins and minerals that your body needs. It can be used as your only source of nutrition, for example if you are unable to eat by mouth or can be used as a supplement in addition to the food you eat.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Nutritional information | Per 500ml | Per 1000ml |
|---|---|---|
Energy kj | 2122 | 4243 |
Energy kcal | 504 | 1008 |
Protein g | 20 | 40 |
HOW DO I TAKE OSMOLITE?
Your healthcare professional will have recommended Osmolite for you, and they will tell you how much you need, how you will receive your tube feed and for how long, as this can vary from person to person. They can also answer any questions you might have. It is important that you follow the recommendations given to you by your medical team.
HOW DO I STORE OSMOLITE?
Store unopened at room temperature and avoid prolonged exposure to light. Once the product is opened it should be resealed, stored in the fridge and consumed within 24 hours.
IS OSMOLITE SUITABLE FOR MY SPECIFIC DIETARY REQUIREMENTS?
Osmolite is gluten free and is suitable for Kosher, Halal and Vegetarian diets.*
Product Name | Suitable for
| Suitable for
| Suitable for
| Gluten free |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Osmolite | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Footnotes:
*Vitamin D is synthesised from cholesterol. This is extracted from the grease in wool, sheared from live sheep.
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