Pro-Stat® RC Renal Care is the first liquid protein supplement to provide 15gm of enzyme-hydrolyzed, complete protein with the vitamins necessary for the dialysis patient and FOS for prebiotic intestinal health in a concentrated formula of one fluid ounce (30ml). Pro-Stat RC addresses the increased protein and vitamin needs of the dialysis patient without the added fluid intake of powder protein supplements.
- Centrated Liquid Protein and the Vitamins Necessary for the Dialysis Patient, with Added Zinc and FOS
- For Patients with ESRD and Increased Protein Needs
- Helps Improve Albumin Levels
- 15 g of Protein per 30 ml Serving
- Sugar and Carbohydrate Free
- Pro-State is Clinically Proven to Aid in Improving Pressure Ulcer Healing
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Pro-Stat® RC Indications for Use
Two of the most widespread issues affecting ESRD patients are protein-calorie malnutrition and vitamin absorption. Pro-Stat® RC is the first liquid protein supplement to provide 15 gm of hydrolyzed complete protein with vitamins and minerals necessary for the dialysis patient, and FOS for pre-biotic intestinal health in a concentrated formula of one fluid ounce (30 mL) without the added fluid intake of powder protein supplements.
Concentrated – Pro-Stat RC ready-to-use liquid provides as much protein in one ounce as most powder proteins do in 24 oz. (when prepared as directed). Pro-Stat RC is easy to use, easy to give, easy to monitor compliance.
Hydrolyzed – Unlike powdered proteins, the proprietary hydrolyzation process of Pro-Stat® RC breaks down the large protein molecule into free amino acids-peptides – the only elemental, absorbable form in which protein can be used by the body. As a result, onset of action is very rapid and even those with compromised metabolism can digest Pro-Stat easily.
Helps Improve albumin levels – Pro-Stat is unusually rich in the high nitrogen donor amino acids – arginine, glutamine, glycine, proline – on which the body relies for tissue regeneration and repair. These conditionally indispensable AA’s become indispensable in the presence of trauma, wounds and other physiological stress resulting in catabolism and protein energy malnutrition. As a result, Pro-Stat is especially effective when used as nutritional support for low albumin levels.
FAQS:
Does Pro-Stat® RC need to be mixed?
No. Pro-Stat® RC is in liquid form and ready to use. Each 30 mL (one ounce) dose contains 15grams of hydrolyzed protein and 60 k/cal with FOS for pre-biotic intestinal health making it very easy for patient consumption.
What is the difference between Pro-Stat® RC and other renal protein supplements?
Pro-Stat® RC liquid protein formula is enzyme-hydrolyzed protein fortified with L-tryptophan. Per serving, Pro-Stat® RC has 15 grams of protein and 60 k/cal per 30 ml (one ounce) with added FOS for pre-biotic intestinal health. This provides the necessary nutrients needed to accelerate wound healing in one convenient low-volume dose.
Can diabetics use Pro-Stat® RC?
Pro-Stat® AWC is sugar and carbohydrate free and acceptable for diabetics. Diabetic patients should however, continue their regular, individualized blood glucose monitoring schedule under the supervision of their doctor.
How is Pro-Stat® RC administered?
a. Serve as a nutritional supplement alone.
b. Stir into nutritional supplements and shakes.
c. Stir into soft foods or beverages.
d. Use feeding tube.
For those patients wanting to use as a food fortifier, Pro-Stat RC nicely mixes with many foods and beverages without clumping or decreasing the food's palatability.
Are there any dyes used in Pro-Stat® RC?
There are no dyes used in Pro-Stat® RC. The color is naturally occurring. Any added dyes would have to be included in the ingredient listing.
Why is tryptophan added to the Pro-Stat® RC formula?
Tryptophan is added to Pro-Stat® RC because this product is a collagen based product. Collagen is missing one essential amino acid: tryptophan. The addition of tryptophan to Pro-Stat makes it a complete protein. So essentially, the body can utilize the amino acids where it needs them: for low albumins, wound healing, growth and maintenance of muscle or bone, hormones, antibodies, etc. Adults need approximately 3.5 mg/kg/day of tryptophan or approximately 0.2 grams/day. Pro-Stat would provide this in about 3 servings per day, so it is not exceeding the RDA.
Is Pro-Stat® RC a high quality protein?
When assessing protein quality of foods, a method called Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER) has been applied since 1919. It is used in the US and Canada as the basis for regulations regarding food labeling and for the protein RDA. Eggs, milk and cheese, meat and fish, peanut butter and refined wheat have the highest true digestibility according to the RDA, 1989.
Net protein utilization (NPU) is the ratio of amino acids converted to protein to the ratio of amino acids supplied. It is calculated by determining dietary protein intake and measuring nitrogen excretion.
Values range from 1 to 0 (1 indicating 100% utilization of dietary nitrogen as protein, 0 indicating none of the nitrogen supplied was converted to protein). Eggs and milk equal 1 NPU.
When comparing 100 grams of protein of Pro-Stat to 100 grams of protein of whole egg protein, Pro-Stat exceeds the essential amino acid content of whole eggs (which have a high PER and NPU). It also exceeds the adult requirement for amino acids by about four times (per 100 grams protein).
Pro-Stat contains essential amino acids and conditionally essential amino acids for those in a stressed state. Because it is broken down into poly peptides and amino acids, it is easy for ill persons to digest. It is easy to deliver due to its concentrated nutrients in a small volume (Pro-Stat RC has 15 grams of protein and 60 k/cal in 30 ml.
In addition, arginine, glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline contained in the product are high nitrogen producers and have been shown to optimize wound healing and help preserve lean body mass.
Does Pro-Stat® RC contain purines?
Pro-Stat® AWC has no purine content. Patients with gout must restrict their intake of purines. Gout, a form of arthritis that is characterized by sudden, severe attacks of pain, redness and tenderness in joints is caused by a high level of uric acid. Uric acid is a waste product formed from the breakdown of purines, substances which are found naturally in the body as well as in certain foods. Smaller amounts of purines are found in all meats, fish and poultry. When the kidneys cannot remove high levels of uric acid, then gout sufferers must restrict their intake of foods containing elevated levels of purines. The collagen is bovine in nature and has naturally occurring small amounts of purines. The production process removes all purines to produce a pharmaceutically elegant material.
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