Vital AF 1.2 Cal™

Vital AF 1.2 Cal™


Therapeutic Elemental Nutrition to Help Manage Inflammation and Symptoms of GI Intolerance
  • VITAL AF 1.2 CAL is Advanced Formula therapeutic elemental nutrition with ingredients to help manage inflammation and symptoms of GI intolerance.
  • For tube or oral feeding.
  • For supplemental or sole-source nutrition.
  • Use under medical supervision.

Features
  • Designed to promote tolerance:
    • Hydrolyzed peptide-based protein system.
    • MCT/fish oil structured lipid, a well-tolerated1,2 and absorbed1 next generation fat to promote absorption of fatty acids.
    • 1.2 g of NutraFlora® scFOS®*/8 fl oz (5.1 g/L). scFOS are prebiotic fibers that stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in the colon.
  • EPA (2.7 g/L) and DHA (1.1 g/L) from fish oil (10.8 g/L) to help modulate inflammation and support immune function.3,4
  • 75 g/L protein to meet the increased protein needs of stressed patients (>1.2 g/kg) and support healing.5
  • 1013 IU/L vitamin D to help meet the increased vitamin D needs of critically ill patients.6,7
  • Elevated antioxidants vitamins C and E to help reduce free radical damage.
  • Meets or exceeds 100% of the RDI for protein and 24 essential vitamins and minerals in 1422 Cal (1185 mL).
  • Gluten-free.
  • Low-residue.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.
Feeding sets are for single-patient use only. Use clean technique to avoid set and/or product contamination.

Precautions

  • Not for patients with galactosemia.
  • Not for IV use.
* NutraFlora® and scFOS® are not registered trademarks of Abbott Laboratories.
1 Kenler AS, et al. Ann Surg 1996;223:316-333.
2 McKenna MC, et al. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 1985;4:45-51.
3 Calder PC. Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids. 2008;79:101-108.
4 Calder PC. Clin Nutr. 2010;29:5-12.
5 McClave SA, et al. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr 2009;33(3):277-316.
6 Lee P, et al. Intensive Care Med 2009;35 (12):2028-2032.
7 Lee P, et al N Engl J Med 2009;360(18):1912-1914.
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Availability
List Number Item
56542 Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-to-Drink Vanilla Institutional / 8-fl-oz (237-mL) Can / 24 ct
56544 Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (33.8-fl-oz) Bottle / 8 ct (discontinued)
62715 Vital AF 1.2 Cal Cross Cap Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (1.1-QT) Bottle / 8 ct

Nutrition

Vanilla 


  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-to-Drink Vanilla Institutional / 8-fl-oz (237-mL) Can / 24 ct
  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (33.8-fl-oz) Bottle / 8 ct (discontinued)
  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Cross Cap Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (1.1-QT) Bottle / 8 ct

Serving Size: 8 fl oz (237 mL)

Amount Per Serving % DV % RDI*
Characteristics
Nutrient Density, Cal/mL: 1.2    
Energy per fl oz, Cal: 35.6    
Protein, % Cal: 25    
Carbohydrate, % Cal: 36    
Fat, % Cal: 39    
MCT:LCT: 45:55    
Cal to Meet 100% RDIs: 1422    
mL to Meet 100% RDIs: 1185    
Total Cal:g Nitrogen: 100:1    
Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen: 75:1    
Osmolality, mOsm/kg H2O: 425    
Renal Solute Load, mOsm/kg water: 560    
Viscosity: Nectar-like (room temperature & chilled)    
Minimum Tube Size for Gravity/Pump Feeding (Fr): not recommended/8    
Nutrient Data
Protein, g: 17.8    
Fat, g: 12.8    
Carbohydrate, g: 26.2    
    Dietary Fiber, g: 1.2    
Taurine, mg: 30    
L-Carnitine, mg: 30    
Water, g: 192    
Energy, Cal: 284    
Vitamins
Vitamin A, IU: 1300   25 
Vitamin D, IU: 240   60 
Vitamin E, IU: 60   200 
Vitamin K, mcg: 16   20 
Vitamin C, mg: 100   170 
Folic Acid, mcg: 160   40 
Vitamin B1, mg: 0.6   40 
Vitamin B2, mg: 0.68   40 
Vitamin B6, mg: 1.2   60 
Vitamin B12, mcg: 2.4   40 
Niacin, mg: 8.0   40 
Choline, mg: 135   Not established 
Biotin, mcg: 120   40 
Pantothenic Acid, mg: 4.0   40 
Minerals
Sodium, mg: 300   Not established 
Potassium, mg: 400   Not established 
Chloride, mg: 300  
Calcium, mg: 200   20 
Phosphorus, mg: 200   20 
Magnesium, mg: 80   20 
Iodine, mcg: 30   20 
Manganese, mg: 1.0   50 
Copper, mg: 0.40   20 
Zinc, mg: 6.0   40 
Iron, mg: 3.6   20 
Selenium, mcg: 16   25 
Chromium, mcg: 24   20 
Molybdenum, mcg: 36   50 
* RDI percentages for adults and children 4 or more years of age.
1.2 g of dietary fiber supplied by short-chain fructooligosaccharides.


Serving Size: 1 L

Amount Per Serving % DV % RDI*
Characteristics
Nutrient Density, Cal/mL: 1.2    
Energy per fl oz, Cal: 35.6    
Protein, % Cal: 25    
Carbohydrate, % Cal: 36    
Fat, % Cal: 39    
MCT:LCT: 45:55    
Cal to Meet 100% RDIs: 1422    
mL to Meet 100% RDIs: 1185    
Total Cal:g Nitrogen: 100:1    
Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen: 75:1    
Osmolality, mOsm/kg H2O: 425    
Renal Solute Load, mOsm/kg water: 560    
Viscosity: Nectar-like (room temperature & chilled)    
Minimum Tube Size for Gravity/Pump Feeding (Fr): not recommended/8    
Nutrient Data
Protein, g: 75    
Fat, g: 53.9    
Carbohydrate, g: 110.6    
    Dietary Fiber, g: 5.1    
Taurine, mg: 125    
L-Carnitine, mg: 125    
Water, g: 811    
Energy, Cal: 1200    
Vitamins
Vitamin A, IU: 5485   110 
Vitamin D, IU: 1013   250 
Vitamin E, IU: 253   840 
Vitamin K, mcg: 68   80 
Vitamin C, mg: 422   700 
Folic Acid, mcg: 675   170 
Vitamin B1, mg: 2.5   170 
Vitamin B2, mg: 2.9   170 
Vitamin B6, mg: 5.1   250 
Vitamin B12, mcg: 10   170 
Niacin, mg: 34   170 
Choline, mg: 575   Not established 
Biotin, mcg: 506   170 
Pantothenic Acid, mg: 17   170 
Minerals
Sodium, mg: 1266   Not established 
Potassium, mg: 1688   Not established 
Chloride, mg: 1266   35 
Calcium, mg: 844   80 
Phosphorus, mg: 844   80 
Magnesium, mg: 338   80 
Iodine, mcg: 125   80 
Manganese, mg: 4.2   210 
Copper, mg: 1.7   90 
Zinc, mg: 25   170 
Iron, mg: 15   80 
Selenium, mcg: 68   100 
Chromium, mcg: 100   80 
Molybdenum, mcg: 150   200 
* RDI percentages for adults and children 4 or more years of age.
5.1 g of dietary fiber supplied by short-chain fructooligosaccharides.


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Ingredients

Vanilla 


  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-to-Drink Vanilla Institutional / 8-fl-oz (237-mL) Can / 24 ct
  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (33.8-fl-oz) Bottle / 8 ct (discontinued)
  • Vital AF 1.2 Cal Cross Cap Ready-To-Hang Van Inst / 1000-mL (1.1-QT) Bottle / 8 ct

Water, Corn Maltodextrin, Whey Protein Hydrolysate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Caseinate. Less than 2% of the Following: Structured Lipid (Interesterified Marine Oil [Contains One or More of the Following: Anchovy, Menhaden, Salmon, Sardine, Tuna], Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Medium-Chain Triglycerides, Canola Oil, Soy Oil, Short-Chain Fructooligosaccharides, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Cellulose Gel, DATEM, Magnesium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Citrate, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Acesulfame Potassium, Carrageenan, Cellulose Gum, Calcium Phosphate, Sucralose, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, Magnesium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenate, Cyanocobalamin, Phylloquinone, and Vitamin D3.
Contains milk ingredients.
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Preparation

  • Instructions for Use: Ready-To-Hang Container

    All liquid 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 reduces hangtime.
    • Pump feeding is recommended; use an 8 Fr or larger tube. Gravity feeding not recommended.
    • 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.
    • Follow Directions for Use provided with Abbott feeding set.
    For Use with Abbott Piercing Pin Set:
    • Lift tab to remove sticker from cap, taking care NOT to touch port. DO NOT remove the plastic cap.
    • Insert spike into preattached cap, completely pierce foil, and turn 1/4 turn.
    • Close clamp on set before inverting container.
    • Invert container and suspend, using the hanging ring on the bottom of the container.
    • Hang product up to 48 hours after initial spike when clean technique and only one new set is used. Otherwise, hang no longer than 24 hours.
    For Use with Abbott Safety Screw Connector Set:
    • Remove the dust cover from the RTH Safety Screw Cap.
    • Remove the dust cover from the Safety Screw Connector Set.
    • Insert the Safety Screw Connector Set into the port on the RTH Safety Screw Cap, completely pierce foil.
    • Turn the Safety Screw Connector Clockwise until it is securely fastened.
    • Close clamp on set before inverting container.
    • Invert container and suspend, using the hanging ring on the bottom of the container.
    • Hang product up to 48 hours when clean technique and only one Screw Cap feeding set is used.
    For Use with Abbott Screw Cap Set:
    • Remove plastic cap from RTH container taking care NOT to touch the foil seal.
    • Visually inspect foil for signs of leakage. DO NOT use if leakage is apparent.
    • Secure 40 mm Screw Cap set onto the RTH container.
    • Close clamp on set before inverting container.
    • Invert container and suspend, using the hanging ring on the bottom of the container.
    • Hang product up to 24 hours when clean technique and only one Screw Cap feeding set is used.

  • Instructions for Use: 8-fl-oz-can
    • Store unopened at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures.
    • Shake well. Vital AF 1.2 Cal is ready to use.
    • Clean top of container thoroughly before opening.
    • Once opened, cover, refrigerate and use within 48 hours.
    Oral Feeding:
    • May by 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 by pump at room temperature with an 8 Fr or larger tube; gravity feeding not recommended.
    • Additional fluid requirements should be met by giving water between or after feedings or when flushing the tube.
    • Avoid contamination during preparation and use.



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