Resource Thicken Up Clare Nestle is used to facilitate swallowing for patients with dysphagia, as it can be added to the food or liquids, without affecting flavor or smell, with easy ingestion.
Resource Thicken Up Nestle Ingredients
- Maltodextrin: a kind of carbohydrate that is easy to digest and fast to absorb.
- Xanthan gum: polysaccharide is a common food additive.
- Potassium chloride: supplies the body with potassium.
- May contain milk.
Uses of Resource Thicken Up Nestle
Resource Thicken Up Nestle is used for patients who need thick liquid or food to deal with dysphagia that may result from:
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stroke
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Parkinson's disease
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Muscular dystrophy
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Motor neuron disease
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Multiple sclerosis
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Neurological disorders caused by injury or disease
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Malignant tumors in the oral cavity and throat
Benefits of Resource Thicken Up Clear Nestle
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Facilitation of swallowing without affecting the effectiveness of the drug.
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It thickens and stabilizes rapidly, so it’s easy to take.
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Preserve the natural flavor and smell of food and drinks.
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It can be used with cold, hot, and fizzy drinks, including coffee, tea, and sparkling water.
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tolerated by the digestive system and resistant to amylase.
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It can be mixed with food.
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Safer and more effective compared to starch-based condensers.
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Gluten-free.
Resource Thicken Up Nestle Dosage
It should be ensured that Resource Thicken Up Clear Nestle is well mixed with food or liquids, and depending on the degree of thickness you want the mix to be, the dosage is as follows:
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200 ml oral nutritional supplements |
200 ml liquids (water, juice, tea, coffee) |
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1 scoop/sachets |
Level 1 / slightly thick |
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0.5 - 1 scoop/sachets |
2 scoops/sachets |
Level 2 / mildly thick |
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1 - 2 scoops/sachets |
4 scoops/sachets |
Level 3 / moderately thick |
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6 scoops/sachets |
Level 4 / extremely thick |
Instructions for using Resource Thicken Up
To increase the thickness of liquids
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Add the powder to a dry, clean cup.
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Add the liquid to the powder.
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Start stirring immediately until the powder has fully dissolved.
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Leave the mixture at least a minute before eating it.
For oral nutritional supplements
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Add the powder to a dry, clean cup.
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Add half the volume of oral supplements and instantly stir till completely dissolved.
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Add the second half of the oral supplements and stir until the powder completely dissolves.
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Leave the mixture for 20 minutes until the drink reaches the required thickness.
Resource Thicken Up Nestle precautions
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Suitable for children older than 3 years.
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should not be dependent on it alone as a source of food.
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for oral use only.
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Consumed only with food or drink.
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It should be taken within 4 weeks since the package is opened.
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It is used only under medical supervision.
