Ensure Plus Juce Starter Pack | 6 x 220ml | Expiry May 2026

Description

 

What is the Ensure Plus Juce Starter Pack?

Ensure Plus Juce Starter Pack is a selection of ready-to-drink, juice-style oral nutritional supplements. It is typically recommended by a healthcare professional for people who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition and need additional calories, protein and essential nutrients.

Each 220ml bottle provides a concentrated source of energy and protein in a fat-free, refreshing juice-style drink. The starter pack includes one bottle in each available flavour, allowing you to try different options and record your favourites using the included patient choice card.

Flavours in the starter pack:

• Apple
• Fruit Punch
• Lemon and Lime
• Orange
• Peach
• Strawberry

This variety makes it easier to identify the flavours you prefer before receiving regular prescriptions or repeat supplies.

 

Who is it suitable for?

• Individuals recommended oral nutritional supplements by a healthcare professional.
• People who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.

 

Active Ingredients / Nutritional Content

Per 100ml:

• Energy: 150 kcal
• Protein: 4.8 g

Per 220ml bottle:

• Energy: approximately 330 kcal
• Protein: approximately 10.6 g

Contains milk protein.

 

How to Use / Dosage Instructions

• Take as advised by your GP, nurse, dietitian or pharmacist.
• Usually taken between meals as a sip feed.
• Can be taken mid-morning, mid-afternoon or in the evening.
• Do not take with main meals, as it may reduce appetite.
• Ready-to-drink oral liquid supplement.

 

Duration of Use

• Use for as long as recommended by your healthcare professional.

 

Possible Side Effects

Ensure Plus Juce is generally well tolerated. However:

• Some people may experience mild stomach upset, bloating or diarrhoea when first starting supplements.
• Rarely, allergic reactions may occur in those sensitive to milk protein or ingredients.

Seek medical advice if symptoms are severe or persistent.

 

Warnings and Precautions

• Use only under medical supervision if recommended by a healthcare professional.
• Contains milk protein.
• Not intended as a sole source of nutrition unless advised by a healthcare professional.

 

Contraindications

• Allergy or intolerance to milk protein or any ingredient.

 

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

• Use only on the advice of a healthcare professional.

 

Driving and Machinery

• No known effects.

 

Interactions with Other Medicines

• No significant interactions are generally expected.
• Consult a healthcare professional if taking prescribed medicines or special diets.

 

When to Consult a Doctor or Pharmacist

• If you are losing weight unintentionally.
• If you cannot tolerate the supplement.
• If you have ongoing digestive problems.
• Before starting if you have a medical condition.

 

Red Flags – Seek Medical Advice Urgently

• Rapid or unexplained weight loss.
• Persistent vomiting or diarrhoea.
• Difficulty swallowing or severe weakness.

 

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place.
• Once opened, refrigerate and use within 24 hours.
• Keep out of reach of children.

 

 

FAQs

Can I take Ensure Plus Juce instead of meals?
Only if advised by a healthcare professional. It is usually taken in addition to normal meals.

Should I chill Ensure Plus Juce before drinking?
It can be taken at room temperature or chilled, depending on your preference.

Is Ensure Plus Juce fat free?
Yes, it is a fat-free, juice-style nutritional supplement.

Can I drink it slowly throughout the day?
Yes, it can be sipped gradually between meals.

What is the purpose of the starter pack?
It allows you to try all flavours and choose your favourites before regular supply.