NUTILIS CLEAR 175 g

Product Information

If dysphagia is not properly managed you may have a number of problems. In particular there is a risk of drinks or food “going down the wrong way” into your lungs.

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The MHRA has asked manufacturers of UK macrogol (PEG) laxative products add information about this potential interaction to the Summary of Product Characteristics and the Patient Information Leaflet.Nutricia Ireland Limited is a company registered in the Republic of Ireland with the company number 106997. VAT Number IE4800652P You or someone you care for has been prescribed Nutilis Clear – here are a few tips to make sure you get the most out of it: The product information for this area of specialization is intended for healthcare professionals or (carers of) diagnosed patients only, as these products are for use under healthcare professional supervision.

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Nutricia Limited is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 00275552. VAT Number GB436975115 As you get older, the swallowing muscles in the mouth and throat often become weaker, slower or less efficient. This can be made worse when you’re ill. Certain medical conditions can also affect your swallowing. These changes might make swallowing drinks more difficult so that there is a risk the drink could go down the wrong way. If it gets into the windpipe and even the lungs it can cause you to cough or choke when drinking. This is called aspiration. Sometimes a person might not cough or choke when they have aspirated. This is called ‘silent aspiration’. Aspiration can cause serious chest infections, or even pneumonia.Nutilis Clear is a gluten and lactose free. It is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision.

SAFE , PLEASURABLE AND NUTRITIOUS FOOD

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Most people need to drink 6-8 glasses or mugs of fluid (around 2 litres) every day to keep well hydrated. You may need more on a hot day. Patient literature including guides to safe swallowing and easy eating, how to get started on Nutilis Clear, as well as a recipe book with inspiring recipes.

Patient information factsheet

It is important to keep your teeth and mouth clean as swallowing saliva with bacteria can lead to chest infections. Aim to brush your teeth, tongue an gums at least twice a day with a low foaming toothpaste.Drinks that have more than one part (e.g. tea and milk, cordial and water) should be prepared in a separate cup and then poured onto the powder. For best results, Nutilis Clear can be mixed using a fork, whisk or shaker. It is recommended to first place the powder all at once in the glass/cup/shaker and then add the liquid, but it is also possible to first place the liquid in the glass/cup/shaker and add the powder second.