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PEPTAMEN AF®

PEPTAMEN AF®

Peptamen AF® is a peptide-Based nutritionally complete formula with EPA and DHA designed to meet the needs of the highly medically stressed individual who may experience inflammation and/or impaired GI function with feeding intolerance.

  • The evidence-based, well-tolerated, calorically-dense, high protein, GI formula
  • Advanced formulation to help manage inflammatory response and support GI absorption and tolerance
  • Balanced peptide profile promotes GI absorption and tolerance
  • Enzymatically hydrolyzed, 100% whey protein may facilitate gastric emptying
  • Contains a lipid profile (omega-3 fatty acids) and antioxidants (vitamins C and E and selenium) supported by the Critical Care Nutrition Guidelines¹*
  • 6 g/L PREBIO¹™ soluble fiber blend helps promote the growth of beneficial bacteria to help support digestive health
Letter of Medical Necessity

Peptamen AF® Unflavored
kcal/mL 1.2
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 26%
Carbohydrate 35%
Fat 39%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 8
Calcium (mEq) 10
Potassium (mEq) 12
Chloride (mEq) 10
NPC:N Ratio 73:1
MCT:LCT Ratio 50:50
n6:n3 Ratio 1.7:1
Free Water (%) 81
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g) 0.6
Source of Oil
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 390
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Impaired GI function (Short bowel syndrome, Malnutrition)
  • Critical illness with GI dysfunction (ARDS/ALI, Sepsis, Inflammatory conditions)
  • Early enteral feeding
  • Transition from TPN

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE
This product is intended for use under medical supervision.

  • Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia Not appropriate for individuals with cow’s milk protein allergy

  • Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk)
  • Medium Chain Triglycerides
  • Refined Fish Oil (Anchovy, Sardine)
  • Soybean Oil
  • Maltodextrin
  • Cornstarch
  • Fructooligosaccharides
  • Inulin (from Chicory)
Water, Maltodextrin, Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk), Medium Chain Triglycerides, and less than 2% of Cornstarch, Refined Fish Oil (Anchovy, Sardine), Soybean Oil, Vitamins and Minerals‡, Fructooligosaccharides, Soy Lecithin, Inulin (from Chicory), Guar Gum, Salt, Citric Acid

‡Vitamins and Minerals: Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

By Nature:
Milk, Soy

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 23 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 1250 mL

Peptamen AF®, Unflavored, 24 x 250 mL Peptamen AF®, Unflavored, 6 x 1000 mL
HCPCS Code B4153 B4153
NDC-Format Number 98716-0663-60 98716-0663-80
Case UPC 00798716663700 00798716763905
Each UPC 00798716663601 00798716663809
Product Code 9871666370 9871676390

Protein Source

  • Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk)

Fat Source

  • Medium Chain Triglycerides
  • Refined Fish Oil (Anchovy, Sardine)
  • Soybean Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Maltodextrin
  • Cornstarch

Fiber Source

  • Fructooligosaccharides
  • Inulin (from Chicory)
  • Impaired GI function (Short bowel syndrome, Malnutrition)
  • Critical illness with GI dysfunction (ARDS/ALI, Sepsis, Inflammatory conditions)
  • Early enteral feeding
  • Transition from TPN

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE This product is intended for use under medical supervision.

  • Lactose Intolerance^
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Important Notes:

^Not for individuals with galactosemia Not appropriate for individuals with cow’s milk protein allergy

Water, Maltodextrin, Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk), Medium Chain Triglycerides, and less than 2% of Cornstarch, Refined Fish Oil (Anchovy, Sardine), Soybean Oil, Vitamins and Minerals‡, Fructooligosaccharides, Soy Lecithin, Inulin (from Chicory), Guar Gum, Salt, Citric Acid

‡Vitamins and Minerals: Magnesium Chloride, Calcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Calcium Citrate, Sodium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Niacinamide, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin A Palmitate, Beta-Carotene, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Chromium Chloride, Sodium Selenate, Sodium Molybdate, Vitamin K1, Biotin, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

By Nature: Milk, Soy

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 23 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 1250 mL

Peptamen AF®, Unflavored, 24 x 250 mL Peptamen AF®, Unflavored, 6 x 1000 mL
HCPCS Code B4153
NDC-Format Number 98716-0663-60
Case UPC 00798716663700
Each UPC 00798716663601
Product Code 9871666370
HCPCS Code B4153
NDC-Format Number 98716-0663-80
Case UPC 00798716763905
Each UPC 00798716663809
Product Code 9871676390

Notes & Disclaimers for Key Benefits (Healthcare Professionals)

  • 1. McClave et al. JPEN. 2016;40(2):159-211.
  • *This statement does not constitute an endorsement of PEPTAMEN AF ® formula or any other Nestlé HealthCare Nutrition product by SCCM or A.S.P.E.N.