FAQs

Juven is a targeted therapeutic nutrition drink mix that provides a unique blend of nutrients to support wound healing from the inside out. It contains a mix of arginine, glutamine, collagen peptides, and HMB, along with vitamins C, E & B12, and the minerals calcium and zinc. It is a medical food meant to be used under the supervision of a health care professional.

Juven is available through several major retailers such as Amazon, Walgreens, CVS, and Walmart. You can use the Juven Where to Buy page at Juven.com (Juven® | Where to Buy) to find a store near you.

Juven flavored products are sold in boxes containing 8, 14, or 30 individual sachets (servings). Juven Unflavored is sold in a 30-count box.

Yes. All Juven products are gluten-free.

Flavored Juven (Fruit Punch, Orange, Pineapple Coconut)
To drink:
  1.  Empty 1 packet into 1–2 fl oz of room-temperature water or juice.
  2.  Stir thoroughly.
  3.  Add more liquid to taste, up to 10 fl oz total.
  4.  Add ice after mixing, if desired.

Unflavored Juven
To drink:
  1.  Empty 1 packet into 1–2 fl oz of room-temperature juice or other liquid.
  2.  Stir thoroughly.
  3.  Add more liquid to taste, up to 10 fl oz total.
  4.  Add ice after mixing, if desired.
To eat:
  •  Stir 1 packet directly into soup, yogurt, or other soft foods immediately before serving.

Unflavored Juven does not contain added flavors; however, the specialized ingredients may have a mild, slightly bitter taste when mixed with plain water. Many people prefer to mix unflavored Juven with juice or stir it into food to improve the taste. For creative recipe ideas, visit the Juven Recipes section (Juven® | Recipes) for ways to enjoy both flavored and unflavored Juven.

Unopened Juven should be stored at room temperature. If Juven is prepared, you can store at room temperature for up to 4 hours. If refrigerated, consume it within 24 hours.

We recommend 2 servings of Juven per day to help support wound healing.^1-4 However, you should follow the specific instructions provided by your health care professional for your individual needs.

Juven contains carbohydrates and sugar. It is meant to be used under medical supervision. If you have diabetes, it is important to consult with your health care provider to see how Juven fits into your overall nutritional plan to support wound healing.

HMB (beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate) is an ingredient that helps slow muscle breakdown and supports the production of muscle protein.^1,2,*  Maintaining lean body mass is important because it plays a role in how the body repairs itself and supports the wound-healing process.

Yes, Juven can be administered through a feeding tube under medical supervision.  Please consult with your health care provider on how to use Juven for a tube feeding.

Juven does not contain peanut or tree nut ingredients. Please consult with your health care professional if you have any concerns regarding sensitivities or allergies to any ingredients or components in any Abbott nutrition product.

Juven Orange, Fruit Punch, and Pineapple Coconut are all sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame potassium. Unflavored Juven contains no sweeteners.

Orange = 513 (mOsm/kg H2O)
Fruit Punch = 521 (mOsm/kg H2O)
Pineapple Coconut = 544 (mOsm/kg H2O)
Unflavored = 464 (mOsm/kg H2O)

This information is based upon mixing 8 ounces of water per 1 packet of Juven.

Starting in early 2026, all flavored Juven products (Fruit Punch, Orange, and Pineapple Coconut) were updated to remove all artificial and natural colors. While the drink may now appear a cloudy white when mixed, it still contains the same key ingredients to support wound healing. The Unflavored formulation remains unchanged.

Yes. The sugar in Fruit Punch Juven was recently reduced from 3 grams to 2 grams per serving. This change was made to align the nutrition profile of Fruit Punch with the Orange and Pineapple Coconut flavors, providing a more consistent experience across the flavored options.