FEATURES & BENEFITS
Feature | Benefit |
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10 g of L-glutamine per sachet | High dose of L-glutamine |
Honey powder | Facilitates wound healing, has anti-microbial properties, and improves oral absorption of glutamine |
CaHMB | Reduce muscle wasting and preserve muscle strength |
Key trace elements; Zinc, Selenium & Copper | Added nutrients to augment benefits of L-glutamine |
Small mixing volume (60 ml) | Aid patient tolerance and compliance |
No added starch | More pleasant mouth feel |
Subtle citrus and ginger flavour | Aid patient tolerance and compliance and reduce nausea |
Free form amino acid and honey powder | Immediately bioavailable to aid mucosal and gut absorption |
Single dose sachet | Convenient and easy to administer |
Suitable for enteral use | Assist tube fed patients |
Dosage & Directions for Use
The recommended dosage of L-glutamine is 0.3 - 0.5 g/kg/day, given in 3 divided doses.
This equates to 1-3 Glutamed ORO sachets or 10 – 30 mg, daily.
ORAL
SWISH & SWALLOW TECHNIQUE: for Oral Mucositis
Enteral/Tube Feed
Nutritional Information
Nutritional Information | per 15 g Serving | % NRV per 15 g Serving |
---|---|---|
Energy | 250 kJ | ** |
Protein L-Glutamine | 10 g | ** |
CHO | 4.7 g | ** |
- of which total sugars | 2 g | ** |
Fat | 0 | ** |
Fibre | 0 | ** |
CaHMB | 1 g | ** |
Ginger | 53 mg | |
Zinc | 3.5 mg | 31.8% |
Copper | 0.5 mg | 55% |
Selenium | 20 mcg | 36% |
Ingredient statement: L-glutamine, Honey powder, Ca beta-Hydroxy-beta-Methylbutyrate,Ginger, Zinc sulphate, Sodium selenite, Copper sulphate, Citric acid, Naartjie flavour, Non-nutritive sweetener
✔️ Suitable for diabetics
✔️ pH Neutral
✔️ Free from fat, gluten, lactose, and preservatives