Medigel 100 G Piam Farmaceutici

Description
Food for special medical purposes, useful for increasing the viscosity of food.
Thanks to its thickening action, the product is indicated for the dietary management of individuals with dysphagia or in cases of swallowing difficulties as indicated by a doctor.

Ingredients
Vegetable-based thickening powder made from carob bean gum.

Gluten and lactose-free.

Nutritional characteristics

Average values	100 g
Energy	1.175 kJ / 282 kcal
Fat of which saturated fatty acids	0.6 g 0.0 g
Carbohydrates of which sugars	40.9 g 38.5 g
Protein	4.2 g
Dietary fibre	48.3 g
Sodium	0.125 g

Directions for use
According to the doctor's instructions, taking into account the age, body weight, and clinical conditions of the individual.
As an anti-regurgitant:
- For breastfeeding: Pour 1 or 2 scoops into 100 ml of water and mix until the liquid thickens. Take a teaspoon of this gel and offer it little by little to the infant before feeding.
- For formula feeding: Prepare the formula in the bottle and then add the appropriate amount. Close the bottle and shake.
As a thickener: Take the desired amount and slowly add it to the liquid to be thickened. Mix until completely dissolved.

Preparation as an anti-regurgitant

No. of scoops of powdered milk	ml of water	No. of scoops of medigel
2-3	60-90 ml	½ scoop
3-4	90-120 ml	1 scoop
5	150 ml	1 + ½ scoops
6	180 ml	1 + ½ scoops
7	210 ml	2 scoops

Preparation as a thickener

ml of water	No. of scoops of medigel	consistency
100 ml	1 scoop	Slightly thick
100 ml	1 + ½ scoops	Moderately thick
100 ml	2 scoops	Thick

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and direct heat sources.
The reconstituted product can be stored in the refrigerator and used within 24 hours.
Shelf life unopened: 36 months.

Format
100 g.

Code 3100000082