Diben Powder

Enteral formula for complete or supplementary nutrition.

Nutritional Information: See table.

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Nutritionally complete normocaloric tube and sip feed with modified carbohydrate profile, with mono-unsaturated fatty acids (MUFA) and medium chain triglycerides (MCT). With fructose and one sweetener; rich in fibre, free from gluten, clinically free from lactose and cholesterol, low in sodium.
Features & Benefits: With MUFA to improve glycaemic control and insulin sensitivity.
Modified carbohydrate profile for improved glycaemic control.
Low glycemic index.
High in chromium to improve insulin sensitivity.
High in antioxidants, with green tea extract to counteract oxidative stress.
With medium chain triglycerides to contribute to lipid control.
Nutritionally complete in 1405 kCal.

For the dietary management of patients with or at risk of malnutrition, in particular when glucose metabolism is impaired such as in impaired glucose tolerance, stress-induced hyperglycaemia or diabetes mellitus.

Dosage should be calculated by a dietician or clinician.
For complete nutrition ≥7 servings/1400 mL/1456 kCal per day. For supplementary nutrition ≥2-3 servings/400-600 mL/416-624 kCal per day.
Preparation: 1 serving = 200 mL reconstituted powder (208 kCal).
How to prepare: (1) Pour 3 full scoops of powder (46 g) into a clean container or shaker. (2) Fill it up to 200 mL with preferably cold potable water for sip feeding. For tube feeding please use potable water at room temperature. (3) Stir well with a wire whisk until dissolved completely. (4) Let the product rest for 10 min, stir slowly with a wire whisk again for 1 min to avoid in particular for tube feeding the creation of foam.

Not suitable where enteral nutrition is not permitted eg, in acute gastrointestinal bleeding, gut atonia, ileus and others. Not suitable for patients with severe malassimilation or congenital inability to metabolise nutrients contained in Diben Powder. In patients with severe forms of organ failure eg, severe liver or kidney insufficiency, Diben Powder should be used with caution depending on the patient’s tolerance of nitrogen.

Must be used under medical supervision only. For complete or supplementary nutrition. Pump assisted tube feeding is recommended. Increase slowly when commencing tube feeding. Diabetic therapy for blood sugar control should be adjusted according to the results of regular blood glucose monitoring. Ensure adequate fluid intake. Sodium supplementation may be needed when used as sole source of nutrition. Not suitable for children <3 years. Not for parenteral use.

Once reconstituted, use promptly. If refrigerated, use within 24 hrs and stir again before use. If used for tube feeding, hang time should be limited to 4 hrs for hygienic reasons. Store in dry and at room temperature.

Enteral/Nutritional Products

V06DB - Fat/carbohydrates/proteins/minerals/vitamins, combinations ; Used as general nutrients.