ThickenUp® Clear Medische voeding, instant verdikkingspoeder (2024)

FAQs

What is Nestle ThickenUp Clear used for? ›

Resource^® ThickenUp^® Clear. An instant thickening agent that can be used with both liquids and food to help manage dysphagia. Resource® ThickenUp® Clear is designed specifically for the dietary management of patients with swallowing difficulties: Improves swallowing safety without compromising efficacy.

Do thickeners have side effects? Thickening agents may cause side effects such as constipation, gassiness, or loose stools (soft poop or diarrhea). How long does my child have to use a thickening agent? A thickening agent is used until your child can swallow safely.

Unopened store in a cool dry place, once opened consume within 8 weeks. PRECAUTIONS Suitable for children above 3 years of age.

Maltodextrin (Corn, Potato), Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Mineral Salt (Potassium Chloride). May contain milk. - Use the dosage scoop included in the tin. - First add desired quantity of powder into empty container (glass).

Xanthan gum is a popular additive for thickening, suspending and stabilizing. It's found in many foods and products, and appears to be safe for most people. It may even have health benefits when consumed in larger amounts, though these higher intake levels can also increase the risk of digestive problems.

Thick-It Original, Instant Food and Beverage Thickener, Unflavored Powder - 10 oz, Pack of 3.

The most common side effects are bloating and flatulence. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems.

Stabilizer 461 can cause skin rash, itching, asthma, intestinal blockage and swallowing difficulty.

Water, tea, coffee, lemonade, punch and carbonated sodas† will reach desired consistency within 5 minutes. For juices, leave standing for at least 5 minutes or until the desired thickness is achieved. Remember to re-stir briefly before serving. Thickened beverages may be covered and chilled for up to 24 hours.

Patient safety alert – Risk of death from asphyxiation by accidental ingestion of fluid/food thickening powder.

What age is thicken up clear for? ›

ThickenUp^® Clear is for adults & children 3 years and older. ThickenUp^® Clear is an innovative, non-starch based thickening agent designed to rapidly thicken liquids and food for patients with dysphagia or swallowing difficulties.

ThickenUp^® Clear is for adults & children 3 years and older. ThickenUp^® Clear is an innovative, non-starch based thickening agent designed to rapidly thicken liquids and food for patients with dysphagia or swallowing difficulties.

ThickenUp^® Clear is an innovative thickening agent designed to rapidly thicken liquids and food, for patients with dysphagia or swallowing difficulties.

People who have difficulty swallowing thin liquids usually must drink thickened liquids. Drinking thickened liquids can help prevent choking and stop fluid from entering the lungs. Thickened liquids move slower than thin liquids giving your body more time to protect the airway.

Thickeners and clarifiers are both used to separate solids and liquid, but how do they differ? Simply put, Thickeners focus on the settled solids, and clarifiers focus on the clear overflow liquor — the name given to a solution free of suspended solids.