Vivonex® RTF Unflavored — Elemental, Ready-to-Feed Nutrition for Severely Compromised GI Function

Vivonex® RTF (Ready-to-Feed) is a 100% free-amino acid, nutritionally complete elemental formula designed for patients with severe gastrointestinal impairment. It delivers complete nutrition in a form that requires minimal digestion, making it ideal for situations where the GI tract needs the gentlest possible nutrition support

Key Benefits

• 100% Free Amino Acids – Provides protein in its simplest form for maximum absorption and minimal digestive demand.
• Low Fat Formula (10% of total calories) – Supports tolerance and helps reduce pancreatic stimulation, ideal for patients with fat malabsorption or pancreatitis.
• High Carbohydrate (70%) & Moderate Protein (20%) Distribution – Supplies energy efficiently while supporting tissue repair in stressed or catabolic patients.
• Requires Minimal Digestive Function – Well suited for patients transitioning from parenteral to enteral feeding.
• Complete, Ready-to-Use Liquid Formula – Convenient and sterile for tube feeding, eliminating the need for reconstitution.
• Supports Continued Use of the GI Tract – Helps maintain gut integrity and reduces dependence on TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition).
• Note: Vivonex® RTF should be used under medical supervision. Its low fat content may be insufficient to meet essential fatty acid needs in some patients.

Nutritional Applications

• Vivonex® RTF is indicated for:
• Severe protein and fat malabsorption
• Short bowel syndrome or extensive bowel resection
• Pancreatitis and chylothorax
• Early post-operative or transitional feeding
• Malabsorption syndrome, intestinal failure, or select trauma/surgery cases
• Dual feeding alongside TPN

Important Notes

• For enteral use only — not for parenteral (IV) administration.
• Use under medical supervision for patients requiring elemental nutrition.
• Store at room temperature; do not freeze. Use promptly after opening per clinical guidelines