What is Fortini Compact Multi-Fibre Strawberry?
Fortini Compact Multi Fibre is a nutritionally complete drink that is to be used under medical supervision. It can help to manage disease-related malnutrition in children from the age of one and over. The drinks contain a variety of vitamins, minerals and nutrients, which work together to ensure that your body receives all the nutrients it needs in order to be healthy and has a delicious strawberry flavour. This product can be beneficial for those who do not receive all the calories they need from their diet. If you’re looking for a product to help manage poor diet or malnutrition due to illness, speak to a Chemist4U pharmacist to find out whether this product is suitable for you.
What is malnutrition?
Malnutrition is a serious condition that can be quite a common health problem. It occurs when a person doesn’t receive the right amount of nutrients from their diet. The term malnutrition can refer to either:
- Undernutrition - when your body doesn’t receive enough nutrients
- Overnutrition - when you get more nutrients when you need
There are several factors that can cause malnutrition.
Medical Factors
Medical conditions that can lead to malnutrition include:
- Medical conditions that cause a lack of appetite such as cancer, liver disease or persistent nausea
- Some mental health conditions
- A health condition that requires frequent hospital admissions
- A health condition that prevents your body’s ability to digest food and absorb nutrients
- Dementia
- Dysphagia - a condition that makes it difficult to swallow
- An eating disorder
Physical factors
Physical factors that can contribute to malnutrition include:
- Dental issues such as teeth that are in poor condition or dentures that do not fit properly, which can make eating difficult or painful
- Loss of appetite as a result of losing the sense of smell and taste
- A physical disability or other impairment which makes it difficult for you to cook or shop for yourself
Social factors
A person’s social situation can contribute to malnutrition include:
- Social isolation
- Having a limited knowledge of cooking or nutrition
- Mobility issues
- Alcohol or drug dependency
- Low income
How can Fortini Multi-Fibre help treat malnutrition?
Fortini Compact Multi-fibre should be used under medical supervision to help manage malnutrition. It is nutritionally complete with every mililitre containing 2.4 calories. Each 100ml of Fortini Multi-Fibre contains 5.7g of protein and 2.4g of dietary fibre, as well as a variety of vitamins including A, C and D which is beneficial for development. It can be used to supplement the diet of those who are not receiving the correct amount of nutrients from their food. The drink is suitable for children over the age of 1.
How to use this product
Fortini Multi-Fibre is best served chilled. It can be frozen or gently heated (not boiled). Shake the bottle well before opening. Ensure you stay hydrated when using this product.
When NOT to use Fortini
This product is not suitable for children under 1 year of age or for patients with galactosaemia. Do NOT use this product if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see ingredients tab for full list. Due to the fibre content, intakes greater than 4 bottles per day should be used with caution in younger children.
Important Information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist 4 U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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