Nutrini Energy 500ml Optri Bottle
What is Nutrini Energy?
Nutrini Energy 500ml Optri Bottle is a ready-to-use, nutritionally complete, high-energy enteral tube feed designed for the dietary management of children with disease-related malnutrition or increased nutritional requirements. It is intended for children aged 1–6 years (or approximately 8–20 kg) and should always be used under medical supervision.
Features:
- Suitable for enteral tube feeding
- Whey protein enriched for improved tolerance and protein balance.
- Higher proportion of fat, lower protein and iron content compared to adult formulations to cater for the need. DHA and EPA enriched, blend of long chain fatty acids to support brain function and prevent deficiency.
- Enriched with carotenoids reflecting general health recommendations for their antioxidant properties and positive effect on immune function.
- Fibre-free formulation
- Gluten-free
Product Specifications:
| Specification | Details |
| Brand | Nutricia |
| Product | Nutrini Energy |
| Volume | 500mL |
| Pack Size | 12 Bottles |
| Energy Density | 1.5 kcal/mL |
| Protein | Whey protein enriched |
| Fibre | Fibre Free |
| Administration | Enteral tube feeding |
| Suitable Age | Children aged 1–6 years (approximately 8–20kg) |
| Gluten Free | Yes |
| Food for Special Medical Purposes | Yes |
| Medical Supervision | Required |
Why Choose Nutrini Energy?
- Specifically formulated for children
- Higher energy density (1.5 kcal/mL)
- Supports nutritional requirements where volume tolerance is limited
- Whey protein enriched
- DHA and EPA included
- Ready-to-use sterile bottle
What is the OpTri Bottle?
- Ready-to-use bottle
- Compatible with many enteral feeding systems
- Helps reduce preparation time
- Supports hygienic handling
- Recyclable packaging where facilities exist
Nutricia OpTri Bottle is designed to improve usability, hygiene, and sustainability while maintaining the same nutritional formula.
Warning:
- Not suitable for patients with galactosemia.
- Not suitable for infants under 1 year of age.
- Use with caution in children aged 7 years and older.
- Use with caution in children with a seafood allergy.
- Not for parenteral use.
- Suitable as a sole source of nutrition for children aged 1-6 years, or 8-20 kg.
Important Notice:
Because Nutrini Energy is a Food for Special Medical Purposes (FSMP), it must be used under medical supervision. It is intended for enteral use only and is not suitable for parenteral (intravenous) use. Follow the advice of your doctor, dietitian or other qualified healthcare professional regarding suitability, preparation and administration.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is Nutrini Energy used for?
Nutrini Energy is a high-energy, nutritionally complete enteral tube feed designed for the dietary management of children with disease-related malnutrition or increased nutritional requirements. It is a Food for Special Medical Purposes and must be used under medical supervision.
Who can use Nutrini Energy?
Nutrini Energy is formulated for children aged 1–6 years (approximately 8–20kg) who require enteral nutritional support. Suitability should always be determined by a doctor, dietitian or other qualified healthcare professional.
Is Nutrini Energy nutritionally complete?
Yes. Nutrini Energy is nutritionally complete and may be used as the sole source of nutrition or as a supplementary source of nutrition when recommended by a healthcare professional.
Why is Nutrini Energy a high-energy formula?
Nutrini Energy provides 1.5 kcal/mL, allowing children with increased energy requirements or fluid restrictions to receive more calories in a smaller volume, when clinically appropriate.
Is Nutrini Energy fibre free?
Yes. Nutrini Energy is a fibre-free enteral formula designed to meet the nutritional requirements of children who require a high-energy tube feed without added fibre.
Can Nutrini Energy be taken by mouth?
Nutrini Energy is primarily intended for enteral tube feeding. In some cases, it may be consumed orally if recommended by a doctor or dietitian. Always follow the advice of your healthcare professional regarding the appropriate method of administration.
How is Nutrini Energy administered?
Nutrini Energy is supplied in a ready-to-use 500mL OpTri Bottle for enteral tube feeding. It is designed for use with compatible enteral feeding systems and should be administered according to the instructions of a healthcare professional.
Does Nutrini Energy require medical supervision?
Yes. Nutrini Energy is a Food for Special Medical Purposes and must always be used under medical supervision to ensure it is suitable for the child's nutritional and medical needs.
What age is Nutrini Energy suitable for?
Nutrini Energy is formulated for children aged 1–6 years (approximately 8–20kg). A healthcare professional should determine whether the formula is appropriate based on the child's age, weight, medical condition and nutritional requirements.
| Variant | Nutritional Supplement |
| Size | 500ml |
| Range | Nutrini |
| Gender | Kids |
| Range | Dietary Supplement |
