Just a little info for you guys on the weight gain subject. I found a drink online that Nestle-Instant Carnation makes. It has 570 calories per drink. The cost is about $35.00 a case. Will let you know if it works...Rod is trying it, he is detrermined to gain weight.

Hi Maureen --

What is this called? Can you order on-line?

Gail

Gail, Yes you can get it online. I will get the info for you tom. morning because unfortunately I left it in my desk at work.I also have a phone number & the girl I spoke with was very helpful.There are several drinks but the one I ordered was very high calorie. I want to say its called NuBasic but i'm not sure. She said it used to be called Carnation Instant Breakfeast but not like you get in the store. Rod said the taste wasn't bad at all, better than boost & ensure and has 570 calories per can.We'll take that! Anyway will try to find info on line today for you, if not will definately post tom. with the info. Have a great day!~Maureen

Gail,
Go to www.homecaredelivered.com ~on the right hand side of the homepage under best sellers, look for Carnation Instant Breakfast-lactose free VHC(very high calories).If you have any trouble, you can order by phone with a credit card. The phone # is 1-888-682-2742.Hope this helps!Maureen

Hi-
I just wanted to share this info. My Mom just had her feeding tube put in last week and her insurance company called her today and said that she can get her nutrition drinks covered by insurance if her dr. writes it up as a prescription. So you might want to check on your insurance and see if you can also get it covered.
Tami
Mom diagnosed with base of tongue cancer SCC 6/27/05 stage 3 currently in treatment (IMRT and chemo)

Thanks Maureen --I will look it up. Right now Barry is eating regular food as he's just in first week of treatment but we know it will start to get difficult in next couple of weeks.

Gail

Gail,

You are very welcome!Will keep my fingers crossed that Barry is one of the lucky ones with few side effects!Hugs~Maureen