## Description
Nutricia Nutrini Energy is a ready-to-use, nutritionally complete, high‑energy (1.5 kcal/mL) paediatric enteral tube feed available in two variants: Fibre‑free and Multi Fibre. Classified as a Food for Special Medical Purposes, it is intended for enteral use only under medical supervision. Designed for children aged 1–6 years or weighing 8–20 kg, it can be used as a sole source of nutrition within this range for the dietary management of disease‑related malnutrition and faltering growth. The Fibre‑free option is suitable when a fibre‑free diet is required; the Multi Fibre variant (MF6 blend) may help support normal bowel function.
### Formulation highlights
- Whey‑protein enriched for tolerance and balanced amino acid profile.
- Paediatric‑appropriate macronutrient profile (relatively higher fat, lower protein and iron than typical adult formulas).
- Enriched with LCPUFAs (DHA and EPA) and includes carotenoids.
- Very low lactose (<0.025 g/100 mL).
- Fibre content by variant: Fibre‑free 0 g/100 mL; Multi Fibre 0.8 g/100 mL (MF6: soy polysaccharides, resistant starch, inulin, gum arabic, cellulose, oligofructose).
### Suitability and cautions
- For children 1–6 years or 8–20 kg; use with caution in children aged 7+ years.
- Not suitable for infants <1 year or for patients with galactosaemia.
- Enteral use only; not for parenteral use.
- Contains cow’s milk proteins, soy, and fish oil; assess suitability in fish/seafood allergy.
- When prescribed at low volumes or over short feeding times, additional fluids may be required.
- At the lower end of the age/weight range with small volumes, additional vitamin/trace element supplementation may be needed.
### Nutritional profile (per 100 mL)
- Energy: 150 kcal (630 kJ)
- Protein: 4.0 g (casein 2.4 g; whey 1.6 g)
- Carbohydrate: 18.5 g (sugars 1.1 g; lactose <0.025 g)
- Fat: 6.7 g (saturates 0.8 g; monounsaturates 3.9 g; polyunsaturates 2.0 g); DHA 53.1 mg; EPA 12.6 mg; omega‑6:omega‑3 ≈ 3.8:1
- Fibre: Fibre‑free 0 g; Multi Fibre 0.8 g (MF6)
- Water: Fibre‑free ~78 g; Multi Fibre ~77 g
- Osmolality: Fibre‑free ~390 mOsm/kg H2O (osmolarity ~300 mOsmol/L); Multi Fibre ~405 mOsm/kg H2O
- Selected micronutrients: sodium 90 mg; potassium 165 mg; calcium 90 mg; phosphorus 75 mg; iron 1.5 mg; zinc 1.5 mg; vitamin D 1.5 µg; vitamin A 61 µg‑RE; vitamin C 15 mg; choline 30 mg; carotenoids 0.15 mg; taurine 11 mg; L‑carnitine 3 mg
### Ingredients and allergens
- Base: water; maltodextrin; vegetable oils (rapeseed/canola, sunflower); milk proteins (sodium caseinate, whey protein concentrate); fish oil; emulsifier (soy lecithin); minerals; vitamins; carotenoids; choline; taurine; L‑carnitine.
- Multi Fibre–specific: MF6 fibre blend as listed above.
- Contains milk, soy, and fish ingredients.
### Directions for use
- Use at room temperature; check appearance and shake well; handle aseptically.
- Do not dilute or add medications.
- Typical hanging times: up to 24 h (closed system); up to 8 h (open system).
### Storage
- Store unopened in a cool, dry place.
- After opening, close, refrigerate, and use within 24 hours; discard unused contents after 24 hours.
### Packaging
- 200 mL and 500 mL bottles.
