Used when: Oral intake is inadequate The gut is functional ASPEN Golden Rule: If the gut works, use it or loose it . Core Components of EN Formulas All EN formulas contain: Protein (intact, peptides, or amino acids) Carbohydrates Fat Water Electrolytes Vitamins & Trace Elements What really differentiates formulas: Protein form Fat composition Osmolality Fiber content Disease-specific modifications Classification of EN Formulas (ASPEN-Based) Intact protein Require normal digestion & absorption Used in: Normal GI function Most hospitalized patients Examples: Ensure | Jevity | Osmolite - (-) Protein as peptides Often enriched with MCTs Easier absorption Used in: Mildmoderate malabsorption Pancreatitis Partial short bowel syndrome Feeding intolerance Examples: Peptamen | Vital | Monogen Free amino acids Minimal fat High osmolality Used in: Severe malabsorption Severe short bowel syndrome Refractory intolerance Example: Vivonex To view or add a comment, sign in One major nutraceutical trend: Targeted nutrition
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Interactions with Benzodiazepines and Other CNS Depressants Inform patients and caregivers that potentially fatal additive effects may occur if hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen tablets are used with benzodiazepines and other CNS depressants, including alcohol (e.g., non-benzodiazepines, sedative/hypnotics, anxiolytics, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, general anesthetics, antipsychotics, gabapentinoids [gabapentin or pregabalin], and other opioids), and not to use these concomitantly unless supervised by a healthcare provider (see WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS, Drug Interactions)
