Description

Gloup Medication Lubricant is an innovative solution designed to ease the swallowing of oral medications such as tablets, capsules, vitamins, and powders. Crafted from 100% natural, food-grade ingredients, this gel is ideal for individuals who face challenges in swallowing, including children aged 2 and above, adults, and the elderly.

Key Benefits

• Ease of Swallowing: Forms a slippery layer around the medication, allowing it to glide smoothly down the throat.
• Taste Masking: Effectively masks unpleasant tastes, enhancing comfort.
• Moisturization: Moistens the mouth and throat without sticking, reducing the need to crush medications.

Features

• Natural Composition: Free from gluten, lactose, gelatin, and common allergens, making it suitable for vegetarians.
• No Artificial Additives: Contains no artificial colors or ingredients, and has no known interactions with medications.
• Rapid Breakdown: Quickly dissolves in the stomach, minimizing impact on medication absorption.

Variants and Flavors

Gloup offers a variety of flavors and thickness levels to cater to different needs:

• Gloup Original: Available in Strawberry & Banana and Orange flavors.
• Gloup Family: Lemon/Lime flavor, both at IDDSI Level 3 (moderately thick).
• Gloup Low Sugar / Gloup Zero: Raspberry flavor, suitable for diabetics.
• Gloup Forte: Vanilla flavor at IDDSI Level 4 (extremely thick), recommended for those with moderate to severe dysphagia.
• Gloup Kids: Lemon flavor, designed to be child-friendly.

Usage Instructions

• Method: Place medication on a spoon, cover with approximately 5mL of Gloup, and swallow in one go.
• Crushed Medications: Layer Gloup above and below the medication without stirring.
• Trial: Recommended to try without medication initially to get accustomed to its taste and texture.

Safety and Suitability

• Not Suitable For: Infants under 2 years and use with liquid or dispersible medications.
• Consultation Advised: For use during pregnancy, breastfeeding, or in cases of moderate to severe dysphagia.
• Potential Effects: Contains carrageenan and xylitol, which may cause gastrointestinal effects in high doses.

Storage

Store Gloup in its original packaging at temperatures between 2-25°C. Once opened, it should be used within 60 days.

Classification

Registered as a Medical Device Class 1, Gloup Medication Lubricant is an evidence-based product, providing a reliable aid for those with dysphagia or difficulty swallowing pills, ensuring safer and more comfortable medication intake.