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GLUCERNA 1.5 CAL is a calorically dense formula with CARBSTEADY®, a specialized blend of low glycemic and slowly digestible carbohydrates, designed to help minimize blood glucose response compared to high glycemic carbohydrates.<sup>1</sup> Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic management.<sup>*</sup> For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or elevated glucose response. For tube or oral feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision.
<sup>*</sup> Compared to high glycemic carbohydrates.
<sup>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.
Values listed below are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
List Number
Item
Market
64920
Glucerna 1.5 Cal Vanilla / 8 fl oz (237 mL) Recloseable Carton / 24 ct
Institutional-Retail
62679
Glucerna 1.5 Cal / 33.8 fl oz (1 L) Ready-to-Hang Prefilled Container / 8 ct
Institutional
Hospitals and institutions can order Abbott Nutrition products by calling 800-551-5838, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.
8 fl oz (237 mL)
Nutrition Data
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Protein, g
19.6
Fat, g
17.8
Saturated Fat, g
1.5
Polyunsaturated Fat, g
4
Monounsaturated Fat, g
12.5
Carbohydrate, g
31.5
Dietary Fiber, g
3.8*
Total Sugars, g
15
Added Sugars, g
15
L-Carnitine, mg
51
Taurine, mg
40
Water, mL
180
Calories
356
Vitamins
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Inositol, mg
205
Vitamin A, mcg RAE
280†
Vitamin D, mcg
5
Vitamin E, mg
15
Vitamin K, mcg
40
Vitamin C, mg
82
Folate, mcg DFE
125
Folic Acid, mcg
75
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg
0.60
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg
0.60
Vitamin B6, mg
0.70
Vitamin B12, mcg
2.2
Niacin, mg NE
6
Choline, mg
130
Biotin, mcg
10.5
Pantothenic Acid, mg
2
Minerals
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Sodium, mg
330
Potassium, mg
480
Chloride, mg
270
Calcium, mg
190
Phosphorus, mg
190
Magnesium, mg
100
Iodine, mcg
36
Manganese, mg
0.76
Copper, mg
0.38
Zinc, mg
3
Iron, mg
4.3
Selenium, mcg
15
Chromium, mcg
13
Molybdenum, mcg
23
<sup>*</sup>1.4 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 2.4 g from Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.
<sup>†</sup>160 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 0.4 mg of beta-carotene.
33.8 fl oz (1 L)
Nutrition Data
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Protein, g
82.7
Fat, g
75.1
Saturated Fat, g
6
Polyunsaturated Fat, g
16.5
Monounsaturated Fat, g
52.8
Carbohydrate, g
133
Dietary Fiber, g
16*
Total Sugars, g
63
Added Sugars, g
63
L-Carnitine, mg
215
Taurine, mg
169
Water, g
759
Calories
1500
Vitamins
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Inositol, mg
865
Vitamin A, mcg RAE
1180†
Vitamin D, mcg
21.1
Vitamin E, mg
63
Vitamin K, mcg
169
Vitamin C, mg
346
Folate, mcg DFE
525
Folic Acid, mcg
315
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg
2.53
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg
2.53
Vitamin B6, mg
2.9
Vitamin B12, mcg
9.3
Niacin, mg NE
25.3
Choline, mg
550
Biotin, mcg
44.3
Pantothenic Acid, mg
8.4
Minerals
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Sodium, mg
1390
Potassium, mg
2220
Chloride, mg
1140
Calcium, mg
800
Phosphorus, mg
800
Magnesium, mg
420
Iodine, mcg
152
Manganese, mg
3.21
Copper, mg
1.60
Zinc, mg
12.7
Iron, mg
18.1
Selenium, mcg
63
Chromium, mcg
55
Molybdenum, mcg
97
<sup>*</sup>6 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 10 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.
<sup>†</sup>670 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 1.7 mg of beta-carotene.
Features
Contains a specialized carbohydrate blend which is clinically shown to significantly reduce postprandial blood glucose response and glycemic variability compared to a standard 1.2 Cal formulation in patients with type 2 diabetes.<sup>1,2</sup>
22% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
Within the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fat and limiting saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles.<sup>3,4,5</sup>
Provides an excellent source (712 mg of ALA/8 fl oz) of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (44% of the 1.6 g DV for ALA) to support cardiovascular health.
At 1.5 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
Excellent source of antioxidants (Vitamins C, E, and Selenium).
Kosher.
Halal.
Gluten-free.
Suitable for lactose intolerance.
Precautions
Not for IV use.
Not suitable for people with galactosemia.
<sup>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.
<sup>2</sup> Data on File: Study BK06 Part B. Abbott Nutrition, 2008.
<sup>3</sup> American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(Suppl.1):S53-S72.
Store unopened at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
Shake well prior to opening.
After opening, refrigerate and consume product within 48 hours. If consuming product directly from the container, refrigerate and consume within 24 hours.
Oral Feeding
May be used for total or supplemental nutrition.
May be fed at room temperature or chilled.
Tube Feeding
Follow physician's instructions.
Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
Feed at room temperature using a feeding pump or syringe.
Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
Avoid contamination during preparation and use.
Ready-To-Hang Container
All medical foods, regardless of type of administration system, require careful handling because they can support microbial growth. Follow these instructions for clean technique and proper setup to reduce the potential for microbial contamination.
NOTE: Failure to follow the INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE increases the potential for microbial contamination and may reduce hangtime.
Administer product at room temperature.
THOROUGHLY wash hands with soap and water before handling container or feeding set.
Turn container upside down and SHAKE VIGOROUSLY, using a twisting motion for at least 10 seconds.
DO NOT touch any part of the container or feeding set that comes into contact with the formula.
When initiating feeding, follow physician's instructions. Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
For Use with Enteral Feeding Pumps:
Remove dust cover from RTH Safety Screw Cap.
Remove dust cover from feeding set connector.
Insert feeding set connector into port of RTH Safety Screw Cap and completely pierce foil.
Turn connector collar clockwise until it is securely fastened.
Close clamp on set before inverting container.
Invert container and suspend, using hanging ring on bottom of container.
Precautions
Follow directions for use provided by manufacturer of feeding sets.
Unless a shorter hang time is specified by the set manufacturer, hang product for up to 48 hours after initial connection when clean technique and only one new set are used. Otherwise hang for no more than 24 hours.
Glucerna® 1.5 Cal
Glucerna® 1.5 Cal
For people with diabetes
GLUCERNA 1.5 CAL is a calorically dense formula with CARBSTEADY®, a specialized blend of low glycemic and slowly digestible carbohydrates, designed to help minimize blood glucose response compared to high glycemic carbohydrates.<sup>1</sup> Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic management.<sup>*</sup> For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or elevated glucose response. For tube or oral feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision.
<sup>*</sup> Compared to high glycemic carbohydrates.
<sup>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.
Features
Contains a specialized carbohydrate blend which is clinically shown to significantly reduce postprandial blood glucose response and glycemic variability compared to a standard 1.2 Cal formulation in patients with type 2 diabetes.<sup>1,2</sup>
22% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
Within the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fat and limiting saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles.<sup>3,4,5</sup>
Provides an excellent source (712 mg of ALA/8 fl oz) of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (44% of the 1.6 g DV for ALA) to support cardiovascular health.
At 1.5 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
Excellent source of antioxidants (Vitamins C, E, and Selenium).
Kosher.
Halal.
Gluten-free.
Suitable for lactose intolerance.
<sup>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.
<sup>2</sup> Data on File: Study BK06 Part B. Abbott Nutrition, 2008.
<sup>3</sup> American Diabetes Association. Diabetes Care. 2021;44(Suppl.1):S53-S72.
<sup>*</sup>1.4 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 2.4 g from Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.
<sup>†</sup>160 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 0.4 mg of beta-carotene.
<sup>*</sup>6 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 10 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.
<sup>†</sup>670 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 1.7 mg of beta-carotene.
Preparation
Instructions for Use:
8 fl oz Container
Store unopened at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
Shake well prior to opening.
After opening, refrigerate and consume product within 48 hours. If consuming product directly from the container, refrigerate and consume within 24 hours.
Oral Feeding
May be used for total or supplemental nutrition.
May be fed at room temperature or chilled.
Tube Feeding
Follow physician's instructions.
Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
Feed at room temperature using a feeding pump or syringe.
Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
Avoid contamination during preparation and use.
Ready-To-Hang Container
All medical foods, regardless of type of administration system, require careful handling because they can support microbial growth. Follow these instructions for clean technique and proper setup to reduce the potential for microbial contamination.
NOTE: Failure to follow the INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE increases the potential for microbial contamination and may reduce hangtime.
Administer product at room temperature.
THOROUGHLY wash hands with soap and water before handling container or feeding set.
Turn container upside down and SHAKE VIGOROUSLY, using a twisting motion for at least 10 seconds.
DO NOT touch any part of the container or feeding set that comes into contact with the formula.
When initiating feeding, follow physician's instructions. Adjust flow rate and volume according to patient's condition and tolerance.
Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
For Use with Enteral Feeding Pumps:
Remove dust cover from RTH Safety Screw Cap.
Remove dust cover from feeding set connector.
Insert feeding set connector into port of RTH Safety Screw Cap and completely pierce foil.
Turn connector collar clockwise until it is securely fastened.
Close clamp on set before inverting container.
Invert container and suspend, using hanging ring on bottom of container.
Precautions
Follow directions for use provided by manufacturer of feeding sets.
Unless a shorter hang time is specified by the set manufacturer, hang product for up to 48 hours after initial connection when clean technique and only one new set are used. Otherwise hang for no more than 24 hours.
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