Sorry, you need to enable JavaScript to visit this website.
The recent Alfamino recall does not impact the United States. Alfamino and all other Nestlé products in the U.S. are safe to consume. Learn more
PEPTAMEN JUNIOR® HP

PEPTAMEN JUNIOR® HP

Peptamen Junior® HP is specifically designed for children ages 1-13 with impaired GI function and increased protein needs, this unique formulation provides easy-to-digest and absorb nutrients with 16% of calories from protein.

  • The evidence-based, well-tolerated, high protein, pediatric GI formula*
  • For the nutritional management of children 1–13 years with impaired GI function
  • 16% of calories from protein for children with increased protein needs
  • Enzymatically hydrolyzed, 100% whey protein to facilitate gastric emptying
  • 60% of fat from MCT helps facilitate fat absorption, which supports formula tolerance
  • Contains 4 g/L partially hydrolyzed guar gum soluble fiber
Letter of Medical Necessity

Peptamen Junior® HP Vanilla
kcal/mL 1.2
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 16%
Carbohydrate 50%
Fat 34%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 6
Calcium (mEq) 18
Potassium (mEq) 12
Chloride (mEq) 8
NPC:N Ratio 131:1
MCT:LCT Ratio 60:40
n6:n3 Ratio 5.4:1
Free Water (%) 81
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 450
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Impaired GI function (Short bowel syndrome, Cancer cachexia, Cerebral palsy, Cystic fibrosis, Crohn's Disease, Malabsorption, Chronic diarrhea, Delayed gastric emptying, Growth failure, Malnutrition)
  • Protein energy malnutrition
  • Critical illness/trauma
  • 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
  • Soybean Oil
  • Canola Oil
  • Maltodextrin
  • Sugar
  • Cornstarch
  • Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum
Water, Maltodextrin, Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk), Medium Chain Triglycerides, Sugar, and less than 2% of Cornstarch, Vitamins and Minerals‡, Soybean Oil, Canola Oil, Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum, Soy Lecithin, Monk Fruit Juice Concentrate, Guar Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Sucralose

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

By Nature:
Milk, Soy

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1250 mL

Peptamen Junior® HP, Vanilla, 24 x 250 mL
HCPCS Code B4161
NDC-Format Number 43900-0467-68
Case UPC 00043900544588
Each UPC 00043900467689
Product Code 4390054458

Protein Source

  • Enzymatically Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (Milk)

Fat Source

  • Medium Chain Triglycerides
  • Soybean Oil
  • Canola Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Maltodextrin
  • Sugar
  • Cornstarch

Fiber Source

  • Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum
  • Impaired GI function (Short bowel syndrome, Cancer cachexia, Cerebral palsy, Cystic fibrosis, Crohn's Disease, Malabsorption, Chronic diarrhea, Delayed gastric emptying, Growth failure, Malnutrition)
  • Protein energy malnutrition
  • Critical illness/trauma
  • 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, Sugar, and less than 2% of Cornstarch, Vitamins and Minerals‡, Soybean Oil, Canola Oil, Partially Hydrolyzed Guar Gum, Soy Lecithin, Monk Fruit Juice Concentrate, Guar Gum, Salt, Natural Flavor, Sucralose

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

By Nature: Milk, Soy

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 1 - 8 years old, 1000 mL

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 25 key vitamins and minerals: 9 - 13 years old, 1250 mL

Peptamen Junior® HP, Vanilla, 24 x 250 mL
HCPCS Code B4161
NDC-Format Number 43900-0467-68
Case UPC 00043900544588
Each UPC 00043900467689
Product Code 4390054458

Notes & Disclaimers for Key Benefits (Healthcare Professionals)

  • *Studies using Peptamen family of products in pediatrics