Product Information

ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein acts to meet the increased protein needs associated with periods of metabolic stress or inadequate intake, allowing for maintenance or restoration of body protein stores.

Under normal conditions, intact or whole dietary proteins (long chains of amino acids known as polypeptides) are hydrolyzed by digestive enzymes. This enzymatic hydrolysis “digests” or breaks down whole proteins into smaller components of amino acids and peptides to facilitate absorption.

However, metabolic stress reduces digestive enzyme availability and activity. To determine a resident’s risk for protein malnutrition and skin failure, an assessment of protein status is performed as part of the baseline nutrition evaluation. A resident’s protein status indicates his or her ability to synthesize non-essential amino acids and to absorb and utilize essential amino acids. As protein status declines, the resident is at higher risk for the development of pressure ulcers, poor wound healing, and infection.

ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein is a complete hydrolyzed protein that provides all the dispensable and indispensable amino acids required for protein building (transamination) in a concentrated, sugar-free form that requires fewer digestive enzymes for absorption than intact protein. ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein is sugar free and low in phosphorous, potassium, and sodium, and complies with most dietary restrictions.

Indications: Typically used for, but not limited to, meeting the needs of the nutritionally at risk; clinically proven to help raise albumin levels in dialysis patients; ideal for diabetics; and the perfect no-carbohydrate supplement for gastric bypass.

Dosing

The daily dose of ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein is based on the resident’s intake and individual needs as assessed by the dietitian or qualified healthcare provider. In general, however, two to four servings (30 mL each) per day are suggested. The amount of ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein dispensed per serving can also be adjusted to meet individual needs; i.e., instead of 30 mL three times a day, 45 mL twice a day could be given.

For pressure ulcers or surgical wounds with moderate to heavy drainage: A minimum of three to four servings (30 mL each) is suggested to help replace protein lost in the wound drainage.

For renal disease: Uremic malnutrition as seen in renal disease is associated with loss of appetite and nutrient malabsorption, with those on dialysis also experiencing protein loss during treatment. A minimum of 30 mL twice a day is suggested to enhance protein absorption with inflammation and to replace protein losses for those residents receiving dialysis (HD or PD).

For clear liquid diets: A minimum of three servings (30 mL each) a day is suggested.

SHAKE WELL.

Oral: Use ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein as a med pass directly from the bottle (or packet) or add it to all types of beverages, soups, hot and cold foods, and purees. Saves nursing time, storage space, waste, and kitchen labor. Unlike powdered protein supplements, it mixes easily in all liquids and moist foods.

Tube: Ideal for both open- and closed-tube feeding systems. Will not clog feeding tubes. Mix with 30 mL water. Stir until completely dissolved. Infuse via syringe down feeding tube. Flush tube with 15–30 mL water before and after administration.

Features & Specifications

Kcal/mL: 2.0

Caloric Distribution (% of kcal)
Protein: 100%
Carbohydrate: 0%
Fat: 0%

Protein Source:
Hydrolyzed collagen
Whey protein isolate
Complete protein with 100% indispensable amino acids

Osmolality: 355 mOsm/kg water

HCPCS CODE: B4155

Appropriate for these diets:
Lactose Free, Gluten Free, Low Residue, Low Carbohydrate, Low Fat, Low Sodium, Fluid Restricted

Can be used orally or through feeding tube. Mixes easily in all liquids and moist foods.

Not recommended to be added directly to enteral formula.

Clinically proven to raise albumin levels in hemodialysis patients.

Allergen: Milk

Shelf Life: 18 months, shelf stable

Do not refrigerate. Discard three months after opening.

Not a sole source of nutrition.

A Medical Food
Use under medical supervision.

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE

Ordering information:
Item Number: 11476 Neutral Flavor
Case UPC: 5-07-94688-11476-4
NDC: 94688-0114-76
Packaging: 100/1 fl. oz. packets

Item Number: 11525 Neutral Flavor
Case UPC: 5-07-94688-11525-9
NDC: 94688-0115-25
Packaging: 4/30 fl. oz. bottles

Item Number: 11535 Berry Punch
Case UPC: 5-07-94688-11535-8
NDC: 94688-0115-35
Packaging: 4/30 fl. oz. bottles

Item Number: 11545 Orange Crème
Case UPC: 5-07-94688-11545-7
NDC: 94688-0115-45
Packaging: 4/30 fl. oz. bottles

Nutritional Information

Ingredients (Neutral Flavor): Purified Water, Protein from Collagen Hydrolysate and Whey Isolate, Natural Flavors, Phosphoric Acid, Tartaric Acid, L-tryptophan, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate (preservatives), Sucralose. Contains milk.

Ingredients (Berry Punch): Purified Water, Protein from Collagen Hydrolysate and Whey Isolate, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Malic Acid, L-tryptophan, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate (preservatives), Sucralose, Red 40. Contains milk. Does not contain strawberries

Ingredients (Orange Crème): Purified Water, Protein from Collagen Hydrolysate and Whey Isolate, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Citric Acid, Phosphoric Acid, Malic Acid, L-tryptophan, Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate (preservatives), Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Yellow 6. Contains milk.

NOT FOR PARENTERAL USE
ProSource NoCarb Liquid Protein is a medical food. Use under supervision of a qualified medical specialist. Not a sole source of nutrition.

Studies

Recipes-NoCarb.pdf
11525 NoCarb Label.pdf 
11535 NoCarb BP Label.pdf
11545 NoCarb OC Label.pdf
11476 Nocarb Pouch Label.pdf
Liquid Protein SDS.pdf