Description
A ready-to-use liquid thickener from Precise, supplied in portable single-serve sachets for the dietary management of dysphagia. Designed to thicken hot or cold beverages, milks, supplements, and laxatives to prescribed consistencies within the IDDSI framework when prepared as directed. Simple tear–squeeze–mix preparation.
Key features and benefits
- Single-serve sachets (approx. 4.7 mL each); box of 100.
- Disperses easily; viscosity develops in about 30 seconds.
- Viscosity is stable for up to 24 hours; freeze/thaw stable when handled per guidance.
- Neutral flavour; suitable for hot (45–65°C) and cold (4–10°C) liquids and milks.
- Dietary profile: vegetarian suitable; gluten free; lactose free; nut free; suitable for people with diabetes; Halal certified.
- Certified Australian Innovation Patent No. 2020104240.
IDDSI compatibility and dosing
- Levels 1–4 achievable; typical single-serve dosing below supports Levels 2–4. Actual outcomes depend on beverage base and volume.
General preparation
- Measure liquid, add required sachets, and stir briskly for approximately 30 seconds.
Cold beverages (4–10°C), 100 mL serve
- Level 2: 1 sachet
- Level 3: 2 sachets
- Level 4: 4 sachets
Hot liquids (45–65°C), 75–100 mL serve
- Level 2: 1 sachet
- Level 3: 2 sachets
- Level 4: 4 sachets
- Serve immediately after mixing.
Milks (4–10°C), 100 mL serve
- Level 2: 1 sachet
- Level 3: 2 sachets
- Level 4: 4 sachets
- After mixing, allow to stand for about 10 minutes, then re-stir before serving.
Ingredients and nutrition
- Ingredients: Water; soluble plant polysaccharides; thickeners (E415, E418, E440, E412); food acids/acidity regulators (E575, E330, E331); preservative (E202); firming agent (E509).
- Per sachet (~4.7 mL): Energy ~10 kJ; Protein <1.0 g; Fat total <0.1 g (saturated <0.01 g); Carbohydrate <1.0 g (sugars <1.0 g); Dietary fibre 1.1 g; Sodium 5 mg; Gluten not detected; Lactose not detected.
- Per 100 mL: Energy 205 kJ; Protein <1.0 g; Fat total <0.1 g (saturated <0.01 g); Carbohydrate <1.0 g (sugars <1.0 g); Dietary fibre 23.0 g; Sodium 107 mg; Gluten not detected; Lactose not detected.
Storage and handling
- Unopened: Store in a cool, dry place at ambient temperature away from direct sunlight; refrigeration not required. Shelf life up to 12 months from manufacture.
- After preparation: Cover and refrigerate at or below 4°C between servings. Follow site food safety protocols (2-hour/4-hour rule). Discard any leftover prepared drinks after 24 hours.
Important notices
- Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of dysphagia. For oral consumption only. Use under medical supervision. Not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.
- Suitable for children 3+ years who were not born prematurely and have no history of gastrointestinal issues; apply professional judgement case by case.
Pack information and yields
- Format: Single-serve sachets, each approx. 4.7 mL (some listings may show 4.6 mL).
- Standard pack: Box of 100 sachets.
- Approximate IDDSI serve yields per box: Level 1 ~100; Level 2 ~100; Level 3 ~50; Level 4 ~25 (actual yields depend on beverage type and volumes used).