Description

A neutral, unflavoured carbohydrate powder formulated from 100% maltodextrin (glucose polymer). It provides all of its energy from carbohydrate and is designed to increase the energy density of foods and drinks without adding noticeable sweetness or altering flavour significantly. The powder dissolves readily and has a low osmolality when prepared as directed.

Composition and energy

• Ingredient: Maltodextrin (glucose polymer)
• Energy: 19 kcal per 5 g scoop (≈3.8 kcal/g)
• Osmolality (10% solution): 104 mOsmol/kg H2O

Key features

• Neutral taste; less sweet than sucrose, allowing larger amounts to be added without excessive sweetness
• Low osmolarity to help reduce the risk of osmotic diarrhoea
• Readily dissolves to enable higher energy density in solutions
• Easily digestible source of carbohydrate

Intended use (indications)

• Dietary management of disease-related malnutrition
• For patients with high energy requirements
• For patients requiring fat and/or mineral restriction

Important notices

• Food for Special Medical Purposes; use under medical supervision
• Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition
• Not for parenteral use
• Not suitable for patients with galactosaemia
• Not suitable for infants under 1 year; use with caution in children aged 1–6 years
• Use with caution in patients with diabetes due to high carbohydrate content

Directions for use

• Wash hands and use clean utensils; handle aseptically
• Mix the required powder with a little cool liquid to form a smooth paste, then stir into food or drink; or sprinkle into food/drink and mix well
• Use only the provided scoop
• Prepare per serving; consume within 2 hours and discard any unused prepared portions

Nutrition information

• Per 100 g:
• Energy 384 kcal (1630 kJ)
• Carbohydrate 96 g (of which sugars 6 g)
• Protein 0 g; Fat 0 g; Fibre 0 g
• Sodium 2 mg (0.09 mmol)
• Per scoop (5 g):
• Energy 19.2 kcal (81.5 kJ)
• Carbohydrate 4.8 g (of which sugars 0.3 g)
• Protein 0 g; Fat 0 g; Fibre 0 g
• Sodium 0.1 mg (0.005 mmol)

Allergen and cultural information

• No gluten-containing ingredients; gluten not detected (<5 ppm)
• Low lactose (<2 g/100 g)
• Does not contain wheat, egg, nuts or lupins
• Not Halal-certified; to Nutricia’s knowledge contains no ingredients forbidden in a Halal diet
• Kosher approved (Nutricia UK/Ireland)

Storage and packaging

• Store in a cool, dry place; do not refrigerate
• Once opened, replace lid firmly and use within 4 weeks
• Pack size: 400 g can