Description

Gloup Medication Lubricant is an innovative solution designed to assist individuals who experience difficulty swallowing tablets, capsules, vitamins, and powders. This medical-grade gel, crafted from 100% natural ingredients, forms a slippery layer around medications, easing their passage through the oesophagus and reducing the need to crush them. By masking unpleasant tastes and minimizing friction, Gloup enhances the swallowing process while ensuring that medication absorption remains unaffected.

Key Features

• Natural Composition: Free from gluten, lactose, gelatine, and artificial ingredients, making it suitable for vegetarians.
• No Known Drug Interactions: Safe to use alongside various medications.
• Rapid Breakdown: Designed to disintegrate quickly in the stomach, ensuring proper dosage delivery.
• Moisturizes Mucous Membranes: Facilitates smoother swallowing.

Versatile Flavour and Thickness Options

Gloup is available in a variety of flavours and thickness levels to cater to different needs and preferences:

• Flavours: Strawberry/Banana, Orange, Raspberry (sugar-free), Vanilla, Lemon, Lemon/Lime, and Cherry.
• Thickness Levels: Moderately Thick (Level 3) and Extremely Thick (Level 4), adhering to IDDSI standards.

These options make it suitable for a wide range of users, including those with moderate to severe dysphagia.

Intended Audience

Gloup is intended for adults and children aged 2 years and above who can swallow independently. It is not suitable for infants under 2 years old and is not intended for use with liquid or dispersible medications. Users are advised to consult healthcare professionals before using Gloup with crushed medications.

Directions for Use

To use Gloup, place the medication on a spoon, cover it with approximately 5 mL of the gel, and swallow the entire contents at once. For crushed medications, layer the gel above and below the medication in a cup and use a spoon to swallow. It is recommended to try Gloup without pills initially to become accustomed to its taste and texture. Children under 6 should limit usage to three doses per day.

Storage Instructions

Store Gloup between 2-25°C, either at room temperature or refrigerated. Once opened, it should be used within 60 days, while unopened packages have a shelf life of up to 2 years. Keep the product in its original packaging to maintain quality.

Precautions

Potential users should be aware of possible gastrointestinal upset due to carrageenan and a laxative effect from xylitol in the Low Sugar variant. Consultation with a healthcare professional is recommended for those with moderate to severe dysphagia, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, and when altering medication forms.

Gloup Medication Lubricant stands as a reliable, evidence-based aid, classified as a Registered Medical Device Class 1, offering a safer and more comfortable medication intake experience for those in need.