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Glucerna® 1.2 Cal

For people with diabetes

Glucerna<sup>®</sup> 1.2 Cal
Glucerna<sup>®</sup> 1.2 Cal

Glucerna® 1.2 Cal

For people with diabetes

GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL is a calorically dense formula with CarbSteady®, a specialized blend of low glycemic and slowly digestible carbohydrates, clinically shown to help minimize blood glucose response compared to a standard 1.2 Cal formula in patients with type 2 diabetes.<sup>1</sup> GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL has CarbSteady® which includes low glycemic carbohydrates for enhanced glycemic management compared to high glycemic carbohydrates. Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic management compared to a standard formula. 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>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.

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List Number Item Market
64918 Glucerna 1.2 Cal Vanilla / 8 fl oz (237 mL) Recloseable Carton / 24 ct Institutional-Retail
62677 Glucerna 1.2 Cal / 33.8 fl oz (1 L) Ready-To-Hang Prefilled Container / 8 ct Institutional
62675 Glucerna 1.2 Cal / 50.7 fl oz (1.5 L) Ready-To-Hang Prefilled Container / 6 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 14.2
Fat, g 14.2
Saturated Fat, g 1
Polyunsaturated Fat, g 3
Monounsaturated Fat, g 9.5
Carbohydrate, g 27
Dietary Fiber, g 3.8*
Total Sugars, g 13
Added Sugars, g 13
L-Carnitine, mg 42
Taurine, mg 32
Water, mL 191
Calories 285

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Inositol, mg 200
Vitamin A, mcg RAE 180†
Vitamin D, mcg 3.8
Vitamin E, mg 9.6
Vitamin K, mcg 31
Vitamin C, mg 62
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 2.20
Niacin, mg NE 6
Choline, mg 110
Biotin, mcg 10.5
Pantothenic Acid, mg 2

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Sodium, mg 270
Potassium, mg 380
Chloride, mg 220
Calcium, mg 190
Phosphorus, mg 190
Magnesium, mg 80
Iodine, mcg 29
Manganese, mg 0.60
Copper, mg 0.31
Zinc, mg 2.1
Iron, mg 3.5
Selenium, mcg 13
Chromium, mcg 10
Molybdenum, mcg 21

<sup>*</sup>1.4 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 2.4 g from Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

<sup>&dagger;</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 60
Fat, g 60
Saturated Fat, g 4
Polyunsaturated Fat, g 12.5
Monounsaturated Fat, g 40
Carbohydrate, g 114
Dietary Fiber, g 16.1*
Total Sugars, g 55
Added Sugars, g 55
L-Carnitine, mg 177
Taurine, mg 135
Water, g 805
Calories 1200

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Inositol, mg 844
Vitamin A, mcg RAE 760†
Vitamin D, mcg 16
Vitamin E, mg 40.5
Vitamin K, mcg 131
Vitamin C, mg 260
Folate, mcg DFE 525
Folic Acid, mcg 315
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg 2.53
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg 2.53
Vitamin B6, mg 2.95
Vitamin B12, mcg 9.28
Niacin, mg NE 25.3
Choline, mg 460
Biotin, mcg 44.3
Pantothenic Acid, mg 8.4

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Sodium, mg 1140
Potassium, mg 1600
Chloride, mg 930
Calcium, mg 800
Phosphorus, mg 800
Magnesium, mg 340
Iodine, mcg 122
Manganese, mg 2.53
Copper, mg 1.31
Zinc, mg 8.9
Iron, mg 14.8
Selenium, mcg 55
Chromium, mcg 42
Molybdenum, mcg 89

<sup>*</sup>6.1 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 10 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

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

50.7 fl oz (1.5 L)

Nutrition Data

Amount Per Serving %DV
Protein, g 90
Fat, g 90
Saturated Fat, g 6.5
Polyunsaturated Fat, g 19
Monounsaturated Fat, g 60
Carbohydrate, g 171
Dietary Fiber, g 24.1*
Total Sugars, g 82
Added Sugars, g 82
L-Carnitine, mg 266
Taurine, mg 203
Water, g 1210
Calories 1800

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV
Inositol, mg 1266
Vitamin A, mcg RAE 1140†
Vitamin D, mcg 24
Vitamin E, mg 60.8
Vitamin K, mcg 196
Vitamin C, mg 390
Folate, mcg DFE 790
Folic Acid, mcg 475
Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mg 3.80
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mg 3.80
Vitamin B6, mg 4.43
Vitamin B12, mcg 13.92
Niacin, mg NE 38
Choline, mg 700
Biotin, mcg 66.5
Pantothenic Acid, mg 12.7

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV
Sodium, mg 1710
Potassium, mg 2410
Chloride, mg 1390
Calcium, mg 1200
Phosphorus, mg 1200
Magnesium, mg 505
Iodine, mcg 184
Manganese, mg 3.80
Copper, mg 1.96
Zinc, mg 13.3
Iron, mg 22.2
Selenium, mcg 82
Chromium, mcg 63
Molybdenum, mcg 133

<sup>*</sup>9.1 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 15 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

<sup>&dagger;</sup>520 mcg RAE of Vitamin A activity supplied by 1.3 mg of Beta-Carotene.

Features
  • 20% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
  • Glucerna 1.2 Cal contains a fat blend which is within the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and limiting saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles. <sup>2,3,4</sup>
  • Provides an excellent source (570 mg ALA/8 fl oz) of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (35% of the 1.6 g DV for ALA) to support cardiovascular health.
  • At 1.2 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
  • Kosher.
  • Halal.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.

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

<sup>2</sup> Eckel R, et al. Circulation. 2014;129:S76-S99.

<sup>3</sup> Lichtenstein A, et al. 2021. Circulation. 2021; 144:e472–e487. DOI: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000001031

<sup>4</sup> American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee. Diabetes Care 2022;45 (Suppl. 1):S60–S82

Vanilla Liquid
Ready to Hang Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Canola Oil, Isomaltulose, Fructose, Soy Protein Isolate, Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides, Sucromalt, Glycerin, Milk Protein Concentrate. Less than 0.5% of: Soluble Corn Fiber, Oat Fiber, Potassium Citrate, Soy Lecithin, Soy Fiber, Magnesium Phosphate, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Calcium Carbonate, Inositol, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Salt, Potassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Calcium Phosphate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Phylloquinone, Sodium Selenate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Water, Sodium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Canola Oil, Isomaltulose, Fructose, Soy Protein Isolate, Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides, Sucromalt, Glycerin, Milk Protein Concentrate. Less than 0.5% of: Soluble Corn Fiber, Oat Fiber, Potassium Citrate, Soy Lecithin, Soy Fiber, Magnesium Phosphate, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Calcium Carbonate, Inositol, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Salt, Potassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Calcium Phosphate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Phylloquinone, Sodium Selenate, 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.

Glucerna<sup>®</sup> 1.2 Cal

Glucerna® 1.2 Cal

For people with diabetes

GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL is a calorically dense formula with CarbSteady®, a specialized blend of low glycemic and slowly digestible carbohydrates, clinically shown to help minimize blood glucose response compared to a standard 1.2 Cal formula in patients with type 2 diabetes.<sup>1</sup> GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL has CarbSteady® which includes low glycemic carbohydrates for enhanced glycemic management compared to high glycemic carbohydrates. Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic management compared to a standard formula. 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>1</sup> Alish C, et al. Diabetes Technol Ther. 2010;12:419-425.

Glucerna<sup>®</sup> 1.2 Cal

Features

  • 20% of calories from protein to help promote anabolism.
  • Glucerna 1.2 Cal contains a fat blend which is within the American Heart Association and American Diabetes Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats and limiting saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles. <sup>2,3,4</sup>
  • Provides an excellent source (570 mg ALA/8 fl oz) of plant-based omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (35% of the 1.6 g DV for ALA) to support cardiovascular health.
  • At 1.2 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume.
  • Kosher.
  • Halal.
  • Gluten-free.
  • Suitable for lactose intolerance.

<sup>2</sup> Eckel R, et al. Circulation. 2014;129:S76-S99.

<sup>3</sup> Lichtenstein A, et al. 2021. Circulation. 2021; 144:e472–e487. DOI: 10.1161/CIR.0000000000001031

<sup>4</sup> American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee. Diabetes Care 2022;45 (Suppl. 1):S60–S82

Safety Precautions

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

Availability

List Number Item
64918 Glucerna 1.2 Cal Vanilla / 8 fl oz (237 mL) Recloseable Carton / 24 ct
62677 Glucerna 1.2 Cal / 33.8 fl oz (1 L) Ready-To-Hang Prefilled Container / 8 ct
62675 Glucerna 1.2 Cal / 50.7 fl oz (1.5 L) Ready-To-Hang Prefilled Container / 6 ct

Ingredients

Vanilla Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Canola Oil, Isomaltulose, Fructose, Soy Protein Isolate, Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides, Sucromalt, Glycerin, Milk Protein Concentrate. Less than 0.5% of: Soluble Corn Fiber, Oat Fiber, Potassium Citrate, Soy Lecithin, Soy Fiber, Magnesium Phosphate, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Calcium Carbonate, Inositol, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Salt, Potassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Calcium Phosphate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Phylloquinone, Sodium Selenate, Biotin, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.

Ready to Hang Liquid

Water, Sodium Caseinate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Corn Maltodextrin, Canola Oil, Isomaltulose, Fructose, Soy Protein Isolate, Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides, Sucromalt, Glycerin, Milk Protein Concentrate. Less than 0.5% of: Soluble Corn Fiber, Oat Fiber, Potassium Citrate, Soy Lecithin, Soy Fiber, Magnesium Phosphate, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Calcium Carbonate, Inositol, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, Salt, Potassium Phosphate, Carrageenan, Calcium Phosphate, L-Carnitine, Taurine, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Molybdate, Potassium Iodide, Phylloquinone, Sodium Selenate, 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
50.7 fl oz (1.5 L)
Value%DV

<sup>*</sup>1.4 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 2.4 g from Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

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

<sup>*</sup>6.1 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 10 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

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

<sup>*</sup>9.1 g of total dietary fiber from soy, oat and corn fibers; 15 g of Short-chain Fructooligosaccharides.

<sup>&dagger;</sup>520 mcg RAE of Vitamin A activity supplied by 1.3 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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