Frequently Asked Questions
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Gloup® is a purpose-designed medication swallowing gel (lubricant) that makes tablets and capsules easier to swallow. It is made from 100% natural ingredients and has no known interactions with medications.
Gloup® works in three ways:
The gel is slippery and smooth — it encapsulates the tablet to allow for ease of swallowing medicines as well as smooth passing via the oesophagus to the stomach.
Gloup® moistens the mucous membranes in the mouth and throat cavity.
The fresh flavour of Gloup® helps to camouflage the unpleasant taste of medications.
The gel is slippery and smooth — it encapsulates the tablet to allow for ease of swallowing medicines as well as smooth passing via the oesophagus to the stomach.
Gloup® moistens the mucous membranes in the mouth and throat cavity.
The fresh flavour of Gloup® helps to camouflage the unpleasant taste of medications.
Gloup® has no known interactions with medications and has little or no impact on medication absorption. However, always consult your pharmacist or healthcare professional if you have specific concerns about your medications.
Yes — if crushing has been approved by your pharmacist. Place the crushed medication between two layers of Gloup® or stir it in. Always check with your pharmacist before crushing any tablet, as some medications must not be crushed.
IDDSI stands for International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative. It provides a framework for describing food and drink textures. Gloup® products are classified at IDDSI Level 3 (moderately thick) or Level 4 (extremely thick) depending on the product, making them suitable for people with varying degrees of swallowing difficulty.
Gloup® Low Sugar (Raspberry Flavour) is specifically formulated to be suitable for people with diabetes — it contains 0.1g/100mL.
Gloup® is available in Orange, Strawberry/Banana, Vanilla, Raspberry, and Lemon/Lime flavours. Products come in 500mL pump packs or 150mL tubes.
Gloup® does not need to be refrigerated, but some people prefer to use it chilled. Store at room temperature away from direct sunlight.
Yes — Gloup® is available through authorised wholesalers for aged care facilities, hospitals, and pharmacies. Please contact us for wholesale ordering information.
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Gloup® can be used by people who struggle to swallow tablets and capsules but can swallow independently.
Gloup® Low Sugar (Raspberry): Water, Xylitol, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Original (Strawberry/Banana): Water, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Original (Orange): Water, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup Family (Lemon/Lime): Water, Dried Glucose Syrup, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Forte (Vanilla): Water, Dried Glucose Syrup, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Forte Vanilla is an extremely thick Level 4 fluid (IDDSI) and is intended for patients with moderate to severe dysphagia. It is advised that a healthcare professional be consulted in cases of moderate to severe dysphagia prior to administration of Gloup®.
Gloup® Original (Strawberry/Banana): Water, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Original (Orange): Water, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Chloride, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup Family (Lemon/Lime): Water, Dried Glucose Syrup, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Forte (Vanilla): Water, Dried Glucose Syrup, Sucrose, Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Natural Aroma.
Gloup® Forte Vanilla is an extremely thick Level 4 fluid (IDDSI) and is intended for patients with moderate to severe dysphagia. It is advised that a healthcare professional be consulted in cases of moderate to severe dysphagia prior to administration of Gloup®.
No — Gloup® is free of common allergens.
Gloup® Original (Orange and Strawberry/Banana): contains <11g/100g of sugar (sucrose) with 12g/100g total carbohydrates.
Gloup® Forte (Vanilla): contains <14g/100g of sugar (sucrose) with 26g total carbohydrates.
Gloup® Low Sugar (Raspberry): contains <0.01g/100g of sugar (sucrose) with 12g/100g total carbohydrates.
Gloup® Forte (Vanilla): contains <14g/100g of sugar (sucrose) with 26g total carbohydrates.
Gloup® Low Sugar (Raspberry): contains <0.01g/100g of sugar (sucrose) with 12g/100g total carbohydrates.
Children 2 to 6 years of age can use Gloup Family as much as necessary. Gloup® Original or Forte can be used to a maximum of three doses per day (5mL = 1 dose).
There is insufficient evidence available to establish the safety of taking Gloup® during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please consult your healthcare professional for advice.
As far as is known, the ingredients in Gloup® do not have any impact on your ability to drive.
Gloup® has no known drug interactions. It consists of 100% natural ingredients with food grade status, and has been designed to break down immediately once it hits the acidic environment of the stomach.
Step 1 – Place tablets on a spoon.
Step 2 – Add approximately 5mL of Gloup®, ensuring the tablet(s) are well covered.
Step 3 – Take medication.
Step 2 – Add approximately 5mL of Gloup®, ensuring the tablet(s) are well covered.
Step 3 – Take medication.
Step 1 – Pour a layer of Gloup® into a medicine cup.
Step 2 – Pour the crushed medication over Gloup®.
Step 3 – Cover with another layer of Gloup®. Scoop with a spoon and take medication.
Tip: to reduce the bitter taste of medications, 'scoop', don't stir.
Step 2 – Pour the crushed medication over Gloup®.
Step 3 – Cover with another layer of Gloup®. Scoop with a spoon and take medication.
Tip: to reduce the bitter taste of medications, 'scoop', don't stir.
Gloup® can be used with multiple medications as long as taking these medications together does not impact on their absorption or effectiveness. Please consult with your healthcare professional for advice.
You can use Gloup® every time you take your medicines.
A maximum of three doses per day is recommended for children under six years of age.
Consult your healthcare professional before using Gloup® in higher doses.
A maximum of three doses per day is recommended for children under six years of age.
Consult your healthcare professional before using Gloup® in higher doses.
Gloup® is not intended for the intake of liquid medication or medication in dispersible form. If you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients of Gloup®, always check with your healthcare professional before taking.
Gloup® must be kept out of reach of children, in the closed original packaging. It should be stored between 2–25°C and may be stored in the refrigerator.
If unopened, Gloup® can be used until the expiry date printed on the bottle. Once opened, Gloup® can be used for 2 months.
Note: Where this page refers to ‘pills, tablets and capsules’ it refers to all medicines in solid form, including pills, tablets, vitamins, capsules, and pre-packaged powders. The following are explicitly excluded: water-soluble and dispersible tablets, and medicines in liquid form such as syrups and drinks. Crushing of medication or opening of capsules is not recommended without the consent of a pharmacist or doctor.