Peptamen® — Peptide-Based, Complete Nutrition for GI Tolerance

When your digestive system struggles to absorb intact nutrients, Peptamen® offers a clinically designed, peptide-based formula that supports tolerance and absorption in patients with impaired gastrointestinal function.

Key Benefits & Features

• Peptide-based formula: Uses enzymatically hydrolyzed 100 % whey protein (small peptides) to aid digestion and absorption, especially when GI function is compromised.
• MCT-enriched fat blend: Up to 70 % of its fat is from medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which are more easily absorbed and gentler on digestion compared to long-chain fats.
• Nutritionally complete: Delivers a full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, protein, carbohydrate and fat so it can serve as a sole source of nutrition under supervision.
• Designed for GI tolerance: Its peptide and MCT formulation aim to reduce intolerance symptoms (e.g. bloating, malabsorption) when compared to standard formulas.
• Flexible mode of delivery: Suitable for use via tube feeding or oral supplementation, as allowed by clinical condition.
• Dietary features:

1. Gluten-free
2. Suitable for lactose intolerance (though not for galactosemia)
3. Contains milk protein (whey) and may include soy derivatives — important allergen notice

How & When to Use It

• Indications: Recommended for patients experiencing malabsorption, maldigestion, pancreatitis, chronic diarrhea, short bowel syndrome, GI disorders (e.g., Crohn’s, IBD), delayed gastric emptying, and other conditions where standard nutrition may not be tolerated.
• Administration: Delivered via feeding tube (continuous, bolus, or cyclic) or orally (if patient tolerance allows).
• Do not heat: Use at room temperature or chilled to avoid destabilizing the formula.
• Medical supervision required: Because this is a medical nutrition formula, it should be used in consultation with a dietitian or physician.

Shelf Life & Storage

• While the public product page does not list detailed storage instructions or shelf life, standard best practices for these kinds of ready-to-use enteral formulas apply:
• Before opening / spiking: Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat or sunlight.
• Once opened / in use: Keep refrigerated and use within 24 hours (or as per institutional protocol for hang time).
• Avoid freezing or exposing the formula to excessive heat, which may degrade nutrients or alter consistency.