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ThickenUp® Clear 125g

Size:Carton contains 12 x 125g cans.

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THICKENUP® Clear is the clear solution for dysphagia. Our exclusive patented xanthan gum formulation offers a clear solution for patients and clinicians to thicken a wide range of hot and cold drinks and foods.

Innovative Technology: Patented process and exclusive Xanthan-gum blend. Its proven amylase resistance ensures stable consistency during the entire swallowing process.

ThickenUp® Clear is a food for special medical purposes for the dietary management of people with dysphagia (swallowing difficulties).

It is the responsibility of the person administering THICKENUP® Clear to ensure that the liquid is mixed to the appropriate consistency.

For oral consumption only.

Clinical Indications
Clinical Indications
  • Dysphagia / swallowing difficulties
Benifits
  • Instant Food and Drink Thickener, in line with IDDSI^ guidelines (Levels 1-4)
  • Transparent, tasteless, odourless and lump-free
  • Preserves natural appearance
  • Improves compliance
  • Easy to mix and easy to measure
  • Rapid thickening and stabilisation
  • Halal certified
  • Kosher certified

^International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative.
Ingredients

Maltodextrin (Corn, Potato), Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Mineral Salt (Potassium Chloride). May contain milk.

Usage

1 clear scoop = 1.2 g

Recommended Dosage:

 IDDSI  Framework       Level 1      Slightly thick      Level 2      Mildly thick      Level 3      Moderately thick      Level 4      Extremely thick
 200 ml liquids    (water, juice*, tea, coffee)  1 scoop 2 scoops 4 scoops 6 scoops**
 1 scoop = 1.2g
 * Level may vary across manufacturer / brands
 ** For Level 4 pured food, add ThickenUp® Clear as needed to achieve the       appropriate consistency.
 ** For Level 4 extremly thick liquids, evaluated as IDDSI compliant based on Spoon Tilt Test. It is the responsibility of the person administering ThickenUp® Clear to ensure that the liquid or food is mixed to the appropriate consistency.

 

For thickening liquids:

  1. Only use the dosage scoop included in the tin. For best results, add the powder to a clean, dry cup, glass or beaker.
  2. Add liquid to the powder.
  3. Start stirring immediately, until the powder is completely dissolved. Leave to stand for one minute before serving. 

Consume at the desired consistency as recommended by the speech pathologist/healthcare professional. Do not add additional powder to your drink once thickened.

For pureed food add THICKENUP® Clear as needed to achieve appropriate consistency.

Refer to a health care professional when thickening protein containing liquids (eg. oral nutritional supplements and milk), carbonated and alcoholic beverages. These liquids behave uniquely when prepared with THICKENUP® Clear. It is the responsibility of the person administering  THICKENUP ® Clear to ensure that the liquid is mixed to the appropriate consistency.

Important Notice:

Must be used under medical supervision. For oral consumption only when mixed with food or drink. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition. Only suitable from 3 years onwards.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool dry place and use within 8 weeks of opening. All prepared products should be tightly covered and consumed within 4 hours at room temperature or within 24 hours if refrigerated.

Nutritional information

 

THICKENUP® Clear 125g
Nutrition Information Units per 1.2g per 2.4g per 4.8g per 7.2g per 100g
 Energy kJ/kcal  15/3.7 31/7.3 61.8/14.7 92.7/22 1290/306
 Fat (0% kcal) g  0 0 0 0 0
 of which saturated g  0 0 0 0 0
 Carbohydrate (81% kcal) g  0.74 1.5 3.0 4.5 62
 of which sugar  g  0.02 0.04 0.09 0.13 1.8
 Fibre (18% kcal)  g  0.32 0.65 1.3 1.9 27
 Protein (1% kcal) g  0 0 0 0.07 1.0
 Minerals  
 Sodium  mg  13 25 51 76 1060
 Potasium  mg  4.8 9.6 19 29 400