Description
Gloup Medication Lubricant is a 100% natural swallowing gel specifically designed to assist individuals who have difficulty swallowing oral medications such as tablets, capsules, and pills. By forming a slippery layer around the medication, it facilitates easier swallowing and ensures smooth transit through the oesophagus to the stomach. This innovative gel rapidly breaks down in the stomach, minimizing any impact on drug absorption and ensuring the correct dosage is delivered.
Key Benefits
- Improved Compliance: Gloup is intended to enhance medication compliance by reducing the need to crush medications, thereby avoiding the risks associated with altering medication forms.
- Taste Masking: Designed to mask the bitter taste of medications, making the swallowing process more pleasant.
- Safety: Reduces the risk of medication getting stuck or causing ulceration.
Suitable For
- Age Group: Suitable for adults and children aged 2 years and older who can swallow independently.
- Not Suitable For: Infants under 2 years old.
- Target Users: Individuals with difficulty swallowing solid oral medications, including those with dysphagia.
Features
- Free From: Gluten, gelatine, lactose, artificial colours, and allergens.
- Dietary Suitability: Suitable for vegetarians with no known drug interactions.
- Medical Classification: Classified as a Medical Device Class 1.
- Digestive Compatibility: Gentle on the digestive system.
Flavours and Variants
Gloup is available in a variety of flavours including:
- Orange
- Strawberry/Banana
- Raspberry (including a low-sugar/sugar-free "Gloup Zero" option)
- Vanilla (with a thicker "Gloup Forte" version for severe dysphagia)
- Lemon/Lime
- Gloup Kids (lemon flavor)
Thickness Levels
- Moderately Thick: IDDSI Level 3
- Extremely Thick: Pudding-like thickness (IDDSI Level 4) for severe dysphagia
Ingredients
The ingredients may vary by variant but typically include:
- Water (aqua)
- Carrageenan
- Maltodextrin
- Sucrose
- Dried glucose syrup
- Potassium sorbate
- Citric acid
- Calcium chloride
- Colouring
- Flavour
Directions for Use
- Whole Pills: Place the pill on a spoon, cover with approximately 5mL of Gloup, and swallow all at once.
- Crushed Medication: Layer Gloup above and below the medicine in a cup and swallow without stirring.
- Not Suitable For: Use with liquid or dispersible medications.
Storage Instructions
- Temperature: Store in original packaging at 2-25°C (room temperature or refrigerated).
- Shelf-life: 2 years unopened, 60 days once opened.
Regulatory Compliance
Gloup is registered as a Medical Device Class 1 in Australia and is compliant with IDDSI standards, making it a reliable choice for aged care facilities and individuals with specific swallowing needs. Proper storage and adherence to usage guidelines ensure the product maintains its quality and effectiveness.
