Optifibre Powder, Neutral Flavour, 2 x 250g Tin - Soluble Dietary Fibre Powder (Gluten Free Fibre Supplement, Effective and Natural Solution to Help Support Gut Transit)

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The addition of fibre can cause distension, bloating or flatulence. If this occurs decrease dosage and any further addition of the product. OptiFibre is suitable for anyone with constipation from 3 years of age, including pregnant and breast-feeding women and elderly people. Children: start with half a scoop per day and, if necessary, increase it to 1 scoop per day. Do not exceed 1 scoop (5g) per day. The daily dose should be spread out throughout the day. Do not exceed this dose unless told to by a doctor. Add 1 level scoop (~ = 5 g OptiFibre ® ~ = 4.3g soluble fibre) to 200ml of liquid or 150g of food. Stir until the powder is fully dissolved. serving = 1 scoop (contained in 250g canister) or 1 sachet. 1 scoop provides 4.3g of soluble fibre.

NB: If on a fluid restriction, it is possible to add 1 scoop or 1 sachet of OptiFibre ® to less liquid. The minimum amount of liquid is 100ml. Available in 250g canisters with a re-sealable lid - contains a 5g scoop, which provides 4g of fibreThe addition of OptiFibre ® to the diet should be gradually increased to suit individual requirements. 5-25g of the product is recommended per day, or as recommended by a healthcare professional. For children from 3 to 10 years of age the fibre requirement is calculated by adding 5 to 10g to the child’s age, e.g. 5 years + (5 to 10g) = 10 to 15g fibre per day.1 OptiFibre has a fully natural mechanism of action, which works progressively on the body's natural functions through its unique 100% plant-based main ingredient: partially hydrolysed prebiotic guar fibre. ACBS approved. Indicated for short bowel syndrome, intractable malabsorption, pre-operative preparation of patients who are undernourished, patients with proven inflammatory bowel disease, following total gastrectomy, bowel fistulae, disease related malnutrition Laxative action (1,4): softens the stools and increases the frequency of bowel movements. First effects felt in 48 to 72 hours (2) (May vary depending on individual sensitivity). Take 5-25g of OptiFibre daily or as recommended by a healthcare professional. All prepared products should be tightly covered and consumed within 6 hours at room temperature, or within 24 hours if refrigerated.

Increase to 2 scoops/sachets 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. Okubo T et al, Effect of partially hydrolyzed guar gum intake on human intestinal microflora and its metabolism. Bioscience, Biotechnology, and Biochemistry, 58(8), 1364-1369, 2014. Rebalances gut flora due to its probiotic activity (3,4): aims to prevent future occurrences of constipation by increasing quantites of Bifidobacteria and Lactobacilli. Before taking this product, please consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any medication, have any medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding.If more fibre is required, increase the intake of OptiFibre ® at a dose of 1-2 scoops/sachets every 3 days without exceeding 35g fibre per day (8 scoops/sachets). When the OptiFibre ® is administered via a PEG, it is important to flush the feeding tube before and after the addition of the liquid mixture containing OptiFibre ®. OptiFibre is simple to use and easy to integrate into your daily life. It has no taste or smell and can be mixed into any hot or cold non-carbonated drinks (water, coffee, tea, fruit juice, etc.) or liquid foods (yoghurts, soups etc.), without changing their texture. The first laxative effects may take 48 to 72 hours to appear, depending on your individual sensitivity. Suitable for pregnant or breast-feeding women (5), children over 3 years of age and elderly people.