Resource Optifibre Dietary Fibre Powder (250g)

Nutrition Facts - OptiFibre® 250g Tin

Powdered soluble dietary fibre for intestinal transit disorders. Values shown are per 100g and per 5g serving (1 scoop).

Macronutrients

Minerals

Product Information

Fibre Type: Partially Hydrolysed Guar Gum (low viscosity galactomannan)

Fibre Content: 85% dietary fibre

Naturally Occurring Sugars: Contains naturally occurring sugars (no added sugars)

1 Scoop = 5g OptiFibre® = 4.3g soluble fibre

Ingredients - OptiFibre® 250g Tin

Product Description: OptiFibre® is a powdered soluble dietary fibre that mixes easily in hot and cold liquids and foods without affecting texture or taste. It can be successfully administered via a PEG (Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy) tube. OptiFibre® is a nutritionally incomplete Food for Special Medical Purposes for use under medical supervision for the dietary management of patients with intestinal transit disorders.

Ingredients List

Partially Hydrolysed Guar Gum (this is a low viscous galactomannan, which has been produced by controlled partial enzymatic hydrolysis)

Allergen Information

Tin may contain milk.

Gluten Free

Usage & Administration - OptiFibre® 250g Tin

Administration and Dosage

This product is for oral consumption or via PEG. Not for parenteral use. Add 1 level scoop or 1 sachet (~5g OptiFibre® = 4.3g soluble fibre) to 200ml of liquid or 150g of food. Stir until powder is fully dissolved. The addition of OptiFibre® to diet should be gradually increased to suit individual requirements. 5-20g of product is recommended per day, or as recommended by healthcare professional.

Indications for Use

ACBS approved, prescribable on FP10 (GP10 in Scotland) for the following indications:

• Short bowel syndrome
• Intractable malabsorption
• Pre-operative preparation of patients who are undernourished
• Inflammatory bowel disease
• Following total gastrectomy
• Bowel fistulae
• Disease-related malnutrition

Contraindications

• Total dietary fibre intake should not exceed 35g per day

Precautions

• The addition of fibre can cause distension, bloating or flatulence. If this occurs during initial phase of intervention, decrease dose and slow down the addition of product
• Suitable for children above 3 years of age
• Not suitable as sole source of nutrition
• For optimal solubility, do not use in carbonated drinks or sparkling water

Recommended Fibre Intakes for Children

Alternative Calculation for Children 3-10 Years: Add 5 to 10g to the child's age. For example, 5 years + (5 to 10g) = 10 to 15g fibre per day.

Gradual Introduction Schedule

Day 1 to Day 3: Add 1 scoop to tea, coffee, cold fluids or foods. For children, it is recommended to start with half a scoop per day.

Day 4 to Day 6: Increase to 2 scoops staggered throughout the day. Patients who are being switched from another fibre supplement should reduce this to 50% of their current dosage. If a mixture of 'laxatives' is being used, reduce both by half; do not stop one completely. For children, increase by half a scoop if required.

Day 7 to Day 9: Increase to 3 scoops staggered throughout the day. Patients who are being switched from another fibre supplement brand should discontinue these products. For children, increase to two scoops per day if required.

Day 10 to Day 12: Increase to 4 scoops per day staggered throughout the day.

Guidelines for Use via PEG

• Add 1 scoop to 200ml of water
• Mix until powder has dissolved
• Administer liquid mixture via PEG as directed by healthcare professional
• It is important to flush the feeding tube before and after addition of liquid mixture containing OptiFibre®
• If on fluid restriction, it is possible to add 1 scoop of OptiFibre® to less liquid. The minimum amount of liquid is 100ml

Shelf Life and Storage

• Tin Shelf Life: 24 months from date of manufacture
• Storage: Close tin tightly after each use and store in a cool, dry place. Once opened, use within 8 weeks
• After Preparation: All prepared products should be tightly covered and consumed within 6 hours at room temperature, or within 24 hours if refrigerated. Discard any unfinished heated products