- GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL is a calorically dense formula that has CarbSteady®, including low glycemic carbohydrates clinically shown to help minimize blood glucose response
- Specialized nutrition for enhanced glycemic control compared to a standard formula
- For patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or abnormal glucose response
- For patients with hyperglycemia resulting from metabolic stress, such as illness, trauma, or infection
- For tube or oral feeding
- For supplemental or sole-source nutrition
- Use under medical supervision
- GLUCERNA 1.2 CAL has been clinically shown to significantly reduce peak postprandial blood glucose response and reduce glycemic variability versus a standard 1.2-Cal formulation in people with diabetes.1,2
- At 1.2 Cal/mL, patient needs can be met with less volume
- 20% of calories from protein to promote anabolism and support wound healing
- Includes 10 g/L of NutraFlora® scFOS®* (2.4 g/8 fl oz and 15 g/1.5 L)
- Within the American Diabetes Association and American Heart Association recommendations favoring monounsaturated fats and 4% of calories from saturated fat to help manage lipid profiles
- Provides an excellent source of plant-based omega-3 fatty acids (3 g of ALA per 1500 Cal) to support cardiovascular health
- Chromium picolinate, a more bioavailable form of chromium. Chromium is an essential nutrient and may be important for carbohydrate metabolism
- 1500 Cal provide at least 100% of the 1995 RDIs for 28 vitamins and minerals
- Halal, Kosher, Gluten-free
- Suitable for lactose intolerance
Safety Precautions:
- Not for IV use
- Not for people with galactosemia