Features
OPTIMENTAL is a ready-to-feed formula for the dietary management of stress/trauma, Crohn's disease, and malabsorptive conditions requiring elemental diets, and for patients who can benefit from supplemental arginine.
For tube or oral feeding
For supplemental or sole-source nutrition
Contains Macro3™, an advanced blend of hydrolyzed protein, structured lipid, and prebiotic (NutraFlora® scFOS®), to promote absorption and tolerance
Contains a peptide-based, elemental protein system consisting of 67% whey protein hydrolysate, 28% partially hydrolyzed sodium caseinate, and 5% added arginine
Contains an MCT/marine oil structured lipid for excellent absorption of omega-3-fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, and antioxidants1,2,3
Includes 1.2 g of NutraFlora scFOS/8 fl oz (5 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic soluble fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon
Contains added arginine (3.6 g/L total arginine) for wound healing and immune support
Contains EPA (2.29 g/L) and DHA (1 g/L) to help modulate inflammation and support immune function1
Contains elevated levels of antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene to help prevent free radical damage
Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1422 Cal (1422 mL)
Not for parenteral use
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Precautions
OPTIMENTAL is a ready-to-feed formula for the dietary management of stress/trauma, Crohn's disease, and malabsorptive conditions requiring elemental diets, and for patients who can benefit from supplemental arginine.
For tube or oral feeding
For supplemental or sole-source nutrition
Contains Macro3™, an advanced blend of hydrolyzed protein, structured lipid, and prebiotic (NutraFlora® scFOS®), to promote absorption and tolerance
Contains a peptide-based, elemental protein system consisting of 67% whey protein hydrolysate, 28% partially hydrolyzed sodium caseinate, and 5% added arginine
Contains an MCT/marine oil structured lipid for excellent absorption of omega-3-fatty acids, fat-soluble vitamins, and antioxidants1,2,3
Includes 1.2 g of NutraFlora scFOS/8 fl oz (5 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic soluble fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon
Contains added arginine (3.6 g/L total arginine) for wound healing and immune support
Contains EPA (2.29 g/L) and DHA (1 g/L) to help modulate inflammation and support immune function1
Contains elevated levels of antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene to help prevent free radical damage
Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1422 Cal (1422 mL)
Not for parenteral use
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Usage
Precautions
Availability
| Item | List Number |
| Optimental Ready-to-Drink Vanilla Institutional / 8-fl-oz Can / Case of 24 | 54638 |
| Optimental Ready-To-Hang Vanilla Institutional / 1-L Bottle / Case of 8 | 57045 |
US Patents 4,871,768; 5,444,054; 5,554,589; 6,194,379; 6,258,387; 6,440,470
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Ingredients
Institutional Vanilla 8 fl oz Can
Water, Corn Maltodextrin, Sugar (Sucrose), Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Structured Lipid (Interesterified Marine Oil [Contains One or More of the Following: Anchovy, Menhaden, Salmon, Sardine, Tuna], Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Partially Hydrolyzed Sodium Caseinate, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Canola Oil, Soybean Oil, Calcium Phosphate, L-Arginine, Sodium Citrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Cellulose Gel, Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Monodiglycerides, Citric Acid, Potassium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Cellulose Gum, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Beta-Carotene, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Cyanocobalamin, and Vitamin D3.
Contains milk ingredients.
Institutional Vanilla 1 L Ready to Hang Prefilled Container
Water, Corn Maltodextrin, Sugar (Sucrose), Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Structured Lipid (Interesterified Marine Oil [Contains One or More of the Following: Anchovy, Menhaden, Salmon, Sardine, Tuna], Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Partially Hydrolyzed Sodium Caseinate, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Canola Oil, Soybean Oil, Calcium Phosphate, L-Arginine, Sodium Citrate, Magnesium Phosphate, Cellulose Gel, Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Monodiglycerides, Citric Acid, Potassium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Cellulose Gum, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Sodium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Beta-Carotene, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Cyanocobalamin, and Vitamin D3.
Contains milk ingredients.
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