Ensure D Vanilla Jar

Composition of Ensure D Vanilla Jar

Ensure D Vanilla Jar contains High protein nutritional powder with vitamins & minerals including Vitamin D and Calcium (exact quantities vary by batch; refer label). It belongs to the Oral nutritional supplement (high-protein, vitamin & mineral fortified) class of medicines.

Uses of Ensure D Vanilla Jar

• Nutritional supplementation for adults to help meet daily calorie and protein needs; supports bone health (vitamin D & calcium); useful in weakness
• poor appetite
• recovery/ convalescence
• and in older adults with increased nutritional needs

Key benefits

• Helps meet daily protein and calorie needs
• Supports muscle maintenance and recovery
• Supports bone health with Vitamin D & Calcium
• Helps manage weakness and poor appetite
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals

How Ensure D Vanilla Jar works

Ensure D provides calories from carbohydrates and fats along with high-quality protein to support muscle maintenance and recovery. Vitamin D helps calcium absorption and supports bone strength, while added vitamins and minerals help meet daily micronutrient requirements.

How to take Ensure D Vanilla Jar

For oral use. Mix the recommended number of scoops in water or milk as per label directions, stir until dissolved and consume immediately. Can be taken with or without food; use 1–2 servings daily or as advised by a doctor/dietitian. Measure using the scoop provided and avoid using boiling-hot liquids.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Ensure D Vanilla Jar as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Ensure D Vanilla Jar than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Ensure D Vanilla Jar

Most side effects of Ensure D Vanilla Jar are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Bloating
• gas
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• constipation
• diarrhoea

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Ensure D Vanilla Jar

Warnings and precautions

Not for parenteral use. People with diabetes should use under medical supervision (contains carbohydrates). Use with caution in kidney disease or those on restricted protein/mineral diets. Not suitable for individuals with known allergy to milk proteins/soy (if present) or any ingredient—check label. Do not exceed recommended intake; this is a supplement and not a substitute for a balanced diet. If symptoms persist or you are on multiple medicines, consult a doctor.

Interactions with other medicines

May reduce absorption of levothyroxine, tetracycline antibiotics, fluoroquinolone antibiotics, bisphosphonates and iron when taken together due to calcium/minerals—separate dosing by 2–4 hours. If on vitamin D or calcium supplements, monitor total intake.

How to store Ensure D Vanilla Jar

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed. Use the contents within the period mentioned on the label after opening and use a dry scoop.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ABBOTT CONSUMER

Therapeutic class:

Nutritional supplement

Drug class:

Oral nutritional supplement (high-protein, vitamin & mineral fortified)