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Vitaflo Glycosade Unflavored (30x60g)
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⚠ FOOD FOR SPECIAL MEDICAL PURPOSES - GLYCOGEN STORAGE DISEASE
🌽 Long-Acting Starch
📦 Product Essentials
Product
Glycosade® Unflavoured
Manufacturer
Vitaflo
Type
Long-Acting Starch
Format
Powder Sachet
Flavour
Unflavoured (Original)
Medical Use
Glycogen Storage Disease (GSD)
Age Range
From 2 years
Sachet Size
60g
Dilution
100ml water per sachet
Starch Type
High Amylopectin Waxy Maize
⚠️ Medical Information
Use Under Strict Medical Supervision
For Enteral Use Only
Not Sole Source of Nutrition
✓
Carbohydrate ONLY (88g/100g)
✓
Fat FREE (0g)
✓
Protein FREE (0g)
✓
Sugar FREE (0g sugars)
✓
Suitable for Vegan Diet
Do NOT Heat or Warm - Destroys Starch Properties
Long-Acting Starch: Glycosade is a hydrothermally processed high amylopectin waxy maize starch for the dietary management of glycogen storage disease (GSD) where the use of a long acting starch is indicated. A fasting Glycosade load is recommended.
🔥 Nutritional Highlights (Per 60g Sachet)
212
kcal per 60g sachet (352 kcal per 100g)
Carbohydrate
53g per sachet
Sugars
0g (Sugar FREE)
Fat
0g (Fat FREE)
Protein
0g (Protein FREE)
Salt
<0.3g per sachet
Osmolality (in 100ml)
11 mOsm/kg
📦 Storage Instructions
Unopened: Store in a cool, dry place. Opened: Ideally sachets should be used immediately after opening. Any unused powder in an open sachet should be kept in an airtight container and used within 24 hours. Important: Do not heat or warm Glycosade as this destroys the properties of the starch.
Product Features
Hydrothermally Processed High Amylopectin Waxy Maize Starch
✓
Long-Acting Carbohydrate Source
✓
Suitable for Vegan Diet
Nutrition Facts - Glycosade® Unflavoured
Glycosade is a hydrothermally processed high amylopectin waxy maize starch for the dietary management of glycogen storage disease (GSD) where the use of a long acting starch is indicated. Glycosade Unflavoured is suitable from 2 years. Each 60g sachet provides 53g carbohydrate and 212 kcal.
Macronutrients
| Nutrient | Unit | Per 100g | Per Sachet (60g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | kcal | 352 | 212 |
| Energy | kJ | 1496 | 901 |
| Fat FREE | g | 0 | 0 |
| - of which Saturates | g | 0 | 0 |
| Carbohydrate | g | 88 | 53 |
| - of which Sugars (Sugar FREE) | g | 0 | 0 |
| Protein FREE | g | 0 | 0 |
| Salt | g | <0.5 | <0.3 |
Minerals
| Mineral | Unit | Per 100g | Per Sachet (60g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium | mg (mmol) | <200 (<9.0) | <120 (<5.0) |
Note: Glycosade is a carbohydrate-only product with no fat, protein, vitamins or other nutrients. Osmolality: 1 x 60g sachet + 100ml water = 11 mOsm/kg.
Product Description
Glycosade is a hydrothermally processed high amylopectin waxy maize starch available in unflavoured and lemon varieties. Glycosade Unflavoured is suitable from 2 years. Glycosade is for the dietary management of glycogen storage disease (GSD) where the use of a long acting starch is indicated.
Ingredients
High amylopectin maize starch, water.
Product Composition
✓ What's Included
✓ Carbohydrate (88g/100g - Long-acting starch)
✓ Sodium (trace amounts)
✗ What's NOT Included
✗ No fat
✗ No protein
✗ No sugars
✗ No vitamins
✗ No minerals (except trace sodium)
✗ No trace elements
Dietary Information
🌱 Suitable for Vegan Diet
Both Glycosade unflavoured and Glycosade lemon are suitable for a vegan diet.
Glycosade Range
| Product | Flavour | Age | Osmolality | Sweetener |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glycosade Unflavoured | Original | From 2 years | 11 mOsm/kg | No |
| Glycosade Lemon | 🍋 Lemon | From 3 years | 40 mOsm/kg | Yes (Sucralose) |
Important Notice
Precautions
- Must only be used in individuals with proven hepatic GSD, where the use of a long-acting starch is indicated, under strict medical supervision
- Not for use as a sole source of nutrition
- Glycosade unflavoured is suitable from 2 years of age onwards
- Glycosade lemon is suitable from 3 years of age onwards
- For enteral use only
- Do not heat or warm Glycosade as this destroys the properties of the starch
Dosage and Administration
To be determined by the clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, body weight and metabolic response of the patient. A fasting Glycosade load is recommended.
Preparation Option 1: Glycosade Taken as a Drink
- Add the drink option of your choice to the shaker. Your dietitian or doctor will advise you on which drink options are suitable. Typically, a sachet of Glycosade can be added to 100ml of cold water or other suitable fluids
- Measure the required amount of Glycosade into the shaker. For individuals requiring less than a sachet of Glycosade, adjust the quantity of fluid accordingly
- Close the lid tightly and shake for 10 seconds until the powder is dissolved
- Glycosade is now ready to use. The product should be freshly prepared and consumed immediately
Preparation Option 2: Glycosade Taken with Food
- Add the required amount of Glycosade to 150-200ml of cold food such as low sugar dairy-free yogurt. For individuals requiring less than a sachet of Glycosade, adjust the quantity accordingly
- Stir well until smooth with a fork or a small whisk
- Consume Glycosade straight away
Glycosade Given via Tube Feed
Glycosade may also be given through a feeding tube. Administer as a bolus to prevent possible tube blockage.
- Add water to the required amount of Glycosade. Use 100ml of water per sachet of Glycosade. Mix well
- Once mixed, administer the Glycosade via the feeding tube straight away as a bolus
- Flush the feeding tube with water before and after giving Glycosade
⚠️ Critical Warning
Do not heat or warm Glycosade as this destroys the properties of the starch.
Storage & Shelf Life
Unopened: Store in a cool, dry place.
Opened: Ideally sachets should be used immediately after opening. Any unused powder in an open sachet should be kept in an airtight container and used within 24 hours.
Manufacturer Information
Vitaflo International Ltd
Pack Size: 30 x 60g sachets = 1.8kg
Sample Pack: 3 sachets + shaker + scoop + clipper
Available Flavours: Unflavoured, Lemon
Prescribability: ACBS ✓ GMS ✓ PBS ✓
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