NEPRO HP  

Nepro® is a 2.0kcal/mL nutritionally complete sip and tube feed with modified levels of nutrients specifically designed for patients with renal disorders and requiring dialysis.

FEATURES:

• Complete balanced nutrition for dialysis patients

• Concentrated nutrition for patients requiring fluid restriction

• Moderate protein level 70g/L

• Modified electrolyte levels to minimise the risk of electrolyte imbalances in people with renal impairment

• Tailored vitamin and mineral profile to support the unique needs of people with renal insufficiency

• Contains Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) 15.6g/L to assist bowel health and colonisation of “gut friendly” bifido bacteria

CLINICAL INDICATIONS:

• Dialysis patients with chronic or acute renal failure, with electrolyte and fluid restrictions

• Selected patients with chronic renal failure who are not yet receiving dialysis and need a moderateprotein, high-calorie supplement or tube feeding

• Transplant patients

FACTS:

Nutrient density (Cal/mL) 2.0

                              (kJ/mL) 8.4

Protein (% Cal) 14.0

Carbohydrate (% Cal) 41.26

Fat (% Cal) 43.18

kcal/N ratio 182:1

Non-protein kcal/N ratio 157:1

Kosher Yes

Gluten-free Yes

Lactose 0.029g/100mL

Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L) 491

Osmolality (mOsm/kgH20) 637

N-6:N-3 Ratio 4.1:1

RDI/AI volume 1200mL#

#Recommended Dietary Intake (RDI) and Adequate Intake (AI) volumes based on ‘Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand 2005’ Male 31-50y, specified volume meets 100% RDI/AI for micronutrients excluding electrolytes, chromium and molybdenum with the exception of Vitamin A (85%), Phosphorus (83% RDI), Magnesium (60% RDI), Vitamin D (50% AI)