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Guarcol® (Food and beverage thickener)

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Indications Guarcol® is used to thicken liquids, drinks and other foods to assist patients who have difficulty in swallowing. Contains: Guar gum Directions for use Sprinkle small amounts of Guarcol® at a time and stir vigorously to desired consistency or as directed by your health professional.

Features and benefits

• Guarcol® is compatible with other gums and thickening agents as well as a broad range of food ingredients.

• It has no flavour or odour. • It functions well in the presence of alkaline and acidic solution, salt and sugar and is

compatible with most electrolytes over a wide range of pH and concentration of electrolyte.

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• Economical • Easy to mix • Can be used with any hot or cold liquids • Makes a smooth drink with consistent thickness • No glycaemic effect • Source of soluble fibre • All presentations have re-sealable packaging

Precautions

• Guarcol® should never be taken dry as it may swell up in the throat and cause choking. It must always be mixed with liquids before administrating.

Code Presentation Pack size

GUA02195F Guarcol® sachet (Thickener for liquids) 25g 100

GUA00726F Guarcol® (Thickener for liquids) 500g 12

GUA02020F Guarcol® Bulk Pack (Thickener for liquids) 3kg 2

GUA02195PRG_V1.0_Jul 2013