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What is the generic name?
SMOFLIPID
What is the Trade Name for SMOFLIPID?
Smoflipid
What are the Indications for SMOFLIPID?
- 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Smoflipid is indicated in adults as a source of calories and essential fatty acids for parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated. Smoflipid is indicated in adults as a source of calories and essential fatty acids for parenteral nutrition when oral or enteral nutrition is not possible, insufficient, or contraindicated.( 1 ) Limitations of Use The omega-6: omega-3 fatty acid ratio and Medium Chain Triglycerides in Smoflipid have not been shown to improve clinical outcomes compared to other intravenous lipid emulsions. ( 1 ) Limitations of Use The omega-6: omega-3 fatty acid ratio and Medium Chain Triglycerides in Smoflipid have not been shown to improve clinical outcomes compared to other intravenous lipid emulsions [See Clinical Studies ( 14 )].
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