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VIVONEX® Plus

VIVONEX® Plus

Vivonex® Plus is a Elemental Powder. This elemental formula contains 100% free amino acids and a low-fat content for those with severe gastrointestinal disorders.

  • 100% free amino acid formula for severely compromised GI tracts
  • Only 6% of kcal from fat for improved tolerance and reduced pancreatic stimulation*
  • Glutamine, arginine, and branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) content make it useful in stressed, catabolic patients
  • Requires minimal digestive functionality for assimilation while providing benefits associated with continued use of the GI tract
  • Can be used for tube feeding or oral supplementation

Vivonex® Plus Unflavored
kcal/mL 1.0
Caloric Distribution Protein (% of kcal)
 		Protein 17%
Carbohydrate 77%
Fat 6%
L-Arginine (g)
L-Glutamine (g)
Sodium (mEq) 9
Calcium (mEq) 9
Potassium (mEq) 8
Chloride (mEq) 8
NPC:N Ratio 120:1
MCT:LCT Ratio
n6:n3 Ratio 8.3:1
Free Water (%) 83
Dietary Nucleotides (g)
EPA + DHA (g)
Source of Oil
Osmolality (mOsm/kg water) 650
Density (g/mL)
Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
mL to Meet 100% DRI
ARA (mg)
  • Severely impaired GI function: Severe protein, fat malabsorption; Cystic fibrosis; Transitional feeding; Extensive bowel resection,; Malabsorption syndrome; Select trauma/surgery; Early post-operative feeding; Intestinal failure; Pancreatitis; Chylothorax; Trophic feeding; TPN alternative; Dual feeding with TPN

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE
This product is intended for use under medical supervision
THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY APPROPRIATE FOR USE IN INDIVIDUALS GREATER THAN 3 YEARS OLD

  • Lactose-Free
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher
  • Free Amino Acids
  • Soybean Oil
  • Maltodextrin
  • Modified Cornstarch
Maltodextrin, L-Glutamine, Modified Cornstarch, Soybean Oil, L-Leucine, L-Arginine Acetate, and less than 2% of Magnesium Gluconate, L-Lysine Acetate, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, Calcium Glycerophosphate, L-Phenylalanine, Sodium Citrate, L-Threonine, Potassium Citrate, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, L-Methionine, L-Tyrosine, L-Histidine Hydrochloride, L-Aspartic Acid, L-Proline, L-Tryptophan, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Bitartrate, L-Serine, L-Alanine, L-Glycine, Potassium Sorbate and BHA and BHT and DL-Alpha-Tocopherol (to preserve freshness), Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Gluconate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Palmitate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Molybdate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin K1, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

DRI Coverage

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 20 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 1800 mL

Vivonex® Plus, Unflavored, 36 x 2.8 oz
HCPCS Code B4153
NDC-Format Number 43900-0712-99
Case UPC 10043900712984
Each UPC 00043900712994
Product Code 07129800

Protein Source

  • Free Amino Acids

Fat Source

  • Soybean Oil

Carbohydrate Source

  • Maltodextrin
  • Modified Cornstarch
  • Severely impaired GI function: Severe protein, fat malabsorption; Cystic fibrosis; Transitional feeding; Extensive bowel resection,; Malabsorption syndrome; Select trauma/surgery; Early post-operative feeding; Intestinal failure; Pancreatitis; Chylothorax; Trophic feeding; TPN alternative; Dual feeding with TPN

Important Notes:

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE This product is intended for use under medical supervision THIS PRODUCT IS ONLY APPROPRIATE FOR USE IN INDIVIDUALS GREATER THAN 3 YEARS OLD

  • Lactose-Free
  • Gluten-Free
  • Kosher

Maltodextrin, L-Glutamine, Modified Cornstarch, Soybean Oil, L-Leucine, L-Arginine Acetate, and less than 2% of Magnesium Gluconate, L-Lysine Acetate, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine, Calcium Glycerophosphate, L-Phenylalanine, Sodium Citrate, L-Threonine, Potassium Citrate, L-Cysteine Hydrochloride, Citric Acid, L-Methionine, L-Tyrosine, L-Histidine Hydrochloride, L-Aspartic Acid, L-Proline, L-Tryptophan, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Bitartrate, L-Serine, L-Alanine, L-Glycine, Potassium Sorbate and BHA and BHT and DL-Alpha-Tocopherol (to preserve freshness), Ascorbic Acid, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Ferrous Sulfate, DL-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Gluconate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Manganese Sulfate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Palmitate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Biotin, Chromium Chloride, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Molybdate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin K1, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12

Meets or exceeds 100% DRI for 20 key vitamins and minerals: Adult (+14 years old), 1800 mL

Vivonex® Plus, Unflavored, 36 x 2.8 oz
HCPCS Code B4153
NDC-Format Number 43900-0712-99
Case UPC 10043900712984
Each UPC 00043900712994
Product Code 07129800

Notes & Disclaimers for Key Benefits (Healthcare Professionals)

  • *Vivonex® PLUS is formulated to contain low quantities of fat which, under some circumstances, may be insufficient to meet the essential fatty acid requirements of the patient. Vivonex® PLUS should be utilized only under medical supervision