Description

Nutricia Nutilis Powder is an amylase‑resistant food and fluid thickener formulated for the dietary management of dysphagia. Classified as a Food for Special Medical Purposes, it should be used under medical supervision. Supplied as a 670 g tin of neutral‑tasting powder; 1 level scoop ≈ 4 g.

Key features

• Amylase‑resistant to help maintain the intended consistency after contact with saliva
• Suitable for hot or cold foods and beverages; maintains consistency when heated, cooled, or frozen
• Neutral taste designed not to alter flavour
• Can be added to Nutricia oral nutritional supplements to achieve prescribed thickness
• High fluid release (>97%) to support absorption

Indications

• For patients with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)
• Supports the dietary management of disease‑related malnutrition when texture modification is required

Directions for use

• Handle aseptically and use only the provided scoop.
• Add the prescribed amount to liquids or puréed meals. Mix vigorously with a fork, whisk, or shaker for about 20–30 seconds until dissolved.
• If needed, stir gently for 1–2 minutes.
• Leave to stand for about 5 minutes to reach the required consistency; do not add extra powder or stir during standing.
• Prepare per serving only. Use within 2 hours and discard any prepared portions after 2 hours.

Ingredients

Maltodextrin; modified maize starch (E1442); tara gum; xanthan gum; guar gum.

Nutrition information

Per 100 g

Energy 352 kcal (1495 kJ); Protein 0.3 g; Carbohydrate 87.5 g (sugars 1.5 g); Fat 0.1 g (saturates 0.1 g); Fibre 5.8 g; Water <8 g; Sodium <91 mg; Potassium <75 mg; Calcium <21 mg; Phosphorus <17 mg; Magnesium <3.5 mg; Chloride <35 mg.

Per 4 g scoop

Energy 14.1 kcal (60 kJ); Protein 0.01 g; Carbohydrate 3.5 g (sugars 0.06 g); Fat 0.004 g; Fibre 0.2 g; Water <0.3 g; Sodium <3.6 mg; Potassium <3 mg; Calcium <0.8 mg; Phosphorus <0.7 mg; Magnesium <0.1 mg; Chloride <1.4 mg.

Allergen and cultural information

• Halal certified
• Not kosher‑certified (no ingredients forbidden in the kosher diet to the manufacturer’s knowledge)
• No gluten‑containing ingredients; tested to <5 ppm gluten
• Low lactose (<2 g/100 g)
• Does not contain wheat, egg, nuts, or lupins

Important notices

• Food for Special Medical Purposes; use under medical supervision
• Only suitable as a food and fluid thickener; not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
• Not for parenteral use
• Not suitable for children under 3 years
• Not suitable for patients with galactosaemia

Storage

• Store in a cool, dry place; do not refrigerate
• Replace lid firmly after use
• Once opened, use contents within 8 weeks; discard any unused powder after 8 weeks