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Pulmocare®

Therapeutic nutrition for people With COPD

Pulmocare<sup>®</sup>
Pulmocare<sup>®</sup>

Pulmocare®

Therapeutic nutrition for people With COPD

PULMOCARE is designed for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, or respiratory failure who may benefit from a high-calorie, modified carbohydrate and fat enteral formula that may help reduce diet-induced carbon dioxide production.<sup>1,2,3,4</sup> For tube or oral feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision.

<sup>1</sup> Angelillo VA, et al. Ann Intern Med. 1985;103:883-885.

<sup>2</sup> Goldstein SA, et al. Clin Chest Med. 1986;7(1):141-151.

<sup>3</sup> Cai B, et al. Nutrition. 2003; 19(3):229-32.

<sup>4</sup> Sklarek H, et al. Am Rev Respir Dis. 1987;135-A359.

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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.

Established Abbott accounts can order online at e-Abbott.com.

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
64811 Pulmocare Vanilla / 8 fl oz (237 mL) Recloseable Carton / 24 ct Institutional-Retail
62725 Pulmocare / 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 14.8
Fat, g 22.1
Carbohydrate, g 25
Total Sugars, g 14
Added Sugars, g 14
L-Carnitine, mg 38
Taurine, mg 38
Water, mL 186
Calories 355

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Vitamin A, mcg RAE 220*
Vitamin D, mcg 4.8
Vitamin E, mg 6.4
Vitamin K, mcg 29
Vitamin C, mg 76
Folate, mcg DFE 95
Folic Acid, mcg 57
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg 0.43
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg 0.45
Vitamin B6, mg 0.52
Vitamin B12, mcg 0.57
Niacin, mg 3.8
Choline, mg 130
Biotin, mcg 8.3
Pantothenic Acid, mg 2.4

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Sodium, mg 360
Potassium, mg 550
Chloride, mg 550
Calcium, mg 310
Phosphorus, mg 300
Magnesium, mg 100
Iodine, mcg 36
Manganese, mg 0.55
Copper, mg 0.33
Zinc, mg 2.6
Iron, mg 4.3
Selenium, mcg 13
Chromium, mcg 15
Molybdenum, mcg 17

<sup>*</sup>80 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 0.2 mg Beta-Carotene.

33.8 fl oz (1 L)

Nutrition Data

Amount Per Serving %DV
Protein, g 62.6
Fat, g 93.3
Carbohydrate, g 105.7
Total Sugars, g 54
Added Sugars, g 54
L-Carnitine, mg 160
Taurine, mg 160
Water, mL 785
Calories 1500

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Vitamin A, mcg RAE 930*
Vitamin D, mcg 20.3
Vitamin E, mg 27
Vitamin K, mcg 122
Vitamin C, mg 321
Folate, mcg DFE 400
Folic Acid, mcg 241
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg 1.81
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg 1.90
Vitamin B6, mg 2.19
Vitamin B12, mcg 2.41
Niacin, mg 16
Choline, mg 550
Biotin, mcg 35
Pantothenic Acid, mg 10.1

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Sodium, mg 1520
Potassium, mg 2320
Chloride, mg 2320
Calcium, mg 1310
Phosphorus, mg 1260
Magnesium, mg 420
Iodine, mcg 152
Manganese, mg 2.32
Copper, mg 1.39
Zinc, mg 11
Iron, mg 18.1
Selenium, mcg 55
Chromium, mcg 63
Molybdenum, mcg 72

<sup>*</sup>320 mcg RAE of Vitamin A activity supplied by 0.8 mg Beta-Carotene.

Features
  • Provides complete and balanced nutrition.
  • 20% of fat as MCTs to enhance fat absorption.
  • Elevated antioxidants vitamins C & E, and beta-carotene.
  • Kosher.
  • Halal.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.

Precautions
  • Not for IV use.
  • Not suitable for people with galactosemia.
Vanilla Liquid
Ready to Hang Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, Sugar, Canola Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Corn Oil, Calcium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil. Less than 0.5% of: Natural & Artificial Flavor, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Gellan Gum, Ferrous Sulfate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Water, Sodium Caseinate, Sugar, Canola Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Corn Oil, Calcium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil. Less than 0.5% of: Natural & Artificial Flavor, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Gellan Gum, Ferrous Sulfate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Contains milk and soy ingredients.

Contains milk and soy ingredients.

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.

Pulmocare<sup>®</sup>

Pulmocare®

Therapeutic nutrition for people With COPD

PULMOCARE is designed for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cystic fibrosis, or respiratory failure who may benefit from a high-calorie, modified carbohydrate and fat enteral formula that may help reduce diet-induced carbon dioxide production.<sup>1,2,3,4</sup> For tube or oral feeding. For supplemental or sole-source nutrition. Use under medical supervision.

<sup>1</sup> Angelillo VA, et al. Ann Intern Med. 1985;103:883-885.

<sup>2</sup> Goldstein SA, et al. Clin Chest Med. 1986;7(1):141-151.

<sup>3</sup> Cai B, et al. Nutrition. 2003; 19(3):229-32.

<sup>4</sup> Sklarek H, et al. Am Rev Respir Dis. 1987;135-A359.

Pulmocare<sup>®</sup>

Features

  • Provides complete and balanced nutrition.
  • 20% of fat as MCTs to enhance fat absorption.
  • Elevated antioxidants vitamins C & E, and beta-carotene.
  • Kosher.
  • Halal.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.

Safety Precautions

  • Not for IV use.
  • Not suitable for people with galactosemia.

Availability

List Number Item
64811 Pulmocare Vanilla / 8 fl oz (237 mL) Recloseable Carton / 24 ct
62725 Pulmocare / 33.8 fl oz (1 L) Ready-To-Hang Prefilled Container / 8 ct

Ingredients

Vanilla Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, Sugar, Canola Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Corn Oil, Calcium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil. Less than 0.5% of: Natural & Artificial Flavor, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Gellan Gum, Ferrous Sulfate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Ready to Hang Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, Sugar, Canola Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Corn Oil, Calcium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil. Less than 0.5% of: Natural & Artificial Flavor, Calcium Phosphate, Magnesium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Gellan Gum, Ferrous Sulfate, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Contains milk and soy ingredients.

Contains milk and soy ingredients.

Nutrition Information

8 fl oz (237 mL)
Value%DV
33.8 fl oz (1 L)
Value%DV

<sup>*</sup>80 mcg RAE of vitamin A activity supplied by 0.2 mg Beta-Carotene.

<sup>*</sup>320 mcg RAE of Vitamin A activity supplied by 0.8 mg 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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