Name: Vitaflo Glycosade Hydrothermally Processed Medical Food
Brand: VITAFLO
Price: 7.99 USD
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Vitaflo Glycosade Hydrothermally Processed Medical Food

Brand/Manufacturer: VITAFLO

Vitaflo Glycosade Hydrothermally Processed Medical Food is a modified cornstarch product for use in the dietary management of glycogen storage disease (GSD) where a constant supply of glucose is essential. A constant supply of glucose is required to keep blood sugar levels normal. Glycosade is made from a very special type of cornstarch that will be slowly digested and produce glucose for several hours.

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Features

Vitaflo Glycosade Hydrothermally Processed Medical Food mixes well into drink or food to give a smooth mouth feel
Flows easily through a feeding tube when mixed with prescribed amount of water
Each 60g packet of Glycosade has an equivalent carbohydrate content to approximately 55g of uncooked cornstarch
Neutral taste
Provides a protective barrier to maintain optimum moisture content
Easy to use
Slowly digested starch:
- Slower release of glucose
- Greater spacing between starch doses
- May eliminate need for nocturnal continuous enteral feed
Maintains normoglycemia for longer:
- Improved duration compared to standard cornstarch therapy
- Slower rise and fall in blood glucose level
Effective as a night time feed as it prolongs normoglycemia and allows for longer sleep period
May reduce plasma insulin response:
- Avoidance of hyperinsulinism
Improves appetite:
- Promotes hunger for normal food
- May prevent excessive weight gain
- Increases flexibility in lifestyle
- Mealtime enjoyment
Reduced colonic fermentation:
- May indicate improved digestibility and reduced GI symptoms
Improves quality of life
Glycosade’s success as a source of slow-release carbohydrate is based on a combination of two factors
- High amylopectin content derived from waxy maize starch.
- Patented heat and moisture process used in production.
Age indication:
- Glycosade is suitable for use from 5 years of age in the United States, and from 2 years of age in Canada
Note::
- Glycosade must only be started after consulting with healthcare provider

More Information

Important notice:
- Must only be given to patients with proven GSD under strict medical supervision.
- Suitable from 5 years of age in USA and from 2 years of age in Canada.
- Not for use as a sole source of nutrition.
- For enteral use only.
Dosage and Administration
- To be determined by the clinician or dietitian and is dependent on the age, body weight and medical condition of the patient.
- Each 60g packet of Glycosade has an equivalent carbohydrate content to approximately 55g of uncooked cornstarch.
- Household Measurements 1 level scoop weighs approximately 5g of product.
Preparation Guidelines
- To be determined by the clinician or dietitian.
- Measure Glycosade dose into the shaker provided.
- Add the liquid of choice. Typically a packet of Glycosade can be added to 100ml of cold water, milk or other permitted fluids.
- Close the lid tightly and shake well for 10 seconds or until powder has dissolved.
- Drink Glycosade.
- Glycosade may be also given through a feeding tube or added to permitted foods.
Note:
- Do not heat or warm glycosade as this destroys the properties of starch
Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place. Ideally packets should be used immediately after opening.
- Any unused powder in an open packet should be kept in an airtight container or sealed with a clip and used within 24 hours.
Shelf life
- 12 months

Specification

	per 100g	per 60g Packet
calories kcal	352	211
Protein g	0	0
Carbohydrate g	88	53
Sugar g	0	0
Fat g	0	0
Saturates g	0	0
Fiber g	0	0
Minerals
Sodium mg	9	5.4
Sodium mmol	0.4	0.2