SolCarb Oral Supplement is a soluble form of carbohydrate that can be added to tube-feeding formulas, liquids, or moist foods.

Features

• Lactose-free and gluten-free
• Powder displacement: 0.84 mL/g
• Osmotic contribution is 1.4 mOsm/g
• Potential renal solute load: 0.07 mOsm/g
• Soluble - easily mixes into all liquids and moist foods

Indications

• Failure to thrive
• Renal solute load is limited
• Inborn errors of metabolism
• Gastrointestinal volume is restricted
• Need to increase the energy density of foods
• Supply additional calories from carbohydrate
• Medical status prevents adequate intake of calories

Ingredients: Maltodextrin (derived from corn)

Preparation: (Tube or oral feeding)

• Refer to the table below to determine the amount of powder needed to meet additional caloric needs as suggested by your healthcare professional.
• Using a household measure or a gram scale, measure the required amount of powder.
• Add powder to any liquid, moist food, or tube-feeding formula.
• Stir or shake until the powder has dissolved. If tube feedings, the powder must be fully dissolved or tube blockage may occur.
• Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for no longer than 24 hours. Shake or stir before serving.

 

Measure	Powder, g	Calories
1 tbsp	6	23
1/4 cup	23	87
1/2 cup	49	186
*For accuracy, the use of a gram scale to measure SolCarb powder is required.

Warning: Use under medical supervision. Not for parenteral use and not to be used as a sole source of nutrition. SolCarb is not a sterile powder. Do not give SolCarb to premature infants or to individuals who might have immune system problems, unless directed by a doctor.

FAQ

What is the shelf-life of an opened can of SolCarb?

Once opened, SolCarb can be kept for up to 1 year. An opened can of SolCarb must be kept properly sealed (when not in use) and stored in a cool, dry place (not in the refrigerator). When stored in less-than-ideal conditions, SolCarb powder will pick up moisture making the powder clumpy and hard.

Can SolCarb be used for tube feedings?

Yes. Using a household measure or a gram scale, measure the required amount of SolCarb powder. Add the powder to the tube feeding formula. Stir or shake until the powder has dissolved. The powder must be fully dissolved or tube blockage may occur. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for no longer than 24 hours. Shake or stir before serving.

Can SolCarb be mixed in liquids or moist foods?

Yes. Using a household measure or a gram scale, measure the required amount of SolCarb powder. Add the powder to any liquid or moist food. Stir or shake until the powder has dissolved. Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for no longer than 24 hours. Shake or stir before serving.

Can SolCarb be used as a replacement for the discontinued Polycose?

Yes, SolCarb is used the same way you used Polycose in the past. The products are considered therapeutic equivalents.

What is the displacement of SolCarb?

The powder displacement is 0.84 mL/g, which means that the free water is 840 mL per liter.

How many tablespoons are there in a can of SolCarb?

75-level tablespoons.

Can SolCarb be used as a sole source of nutrition?

No. SolCarb contains carbohydrates only. It is not a source of vitamins and minerals. SolCarb should not be used as a sole source of nutrition.

Can SolCarb be used in infants, children, and adults?

Yes. Do not give SolCarb to premature infants or to individuals who might have immune system problems, unless directed by a doctor.

Can SolCarb be used with premature infants or those who are immunocompromised?

The CDC has issued guidelines to help decrease the risk of infection in vulnerable populations from powdered formulas.

SolCarb is a powder and is therefore similar to powdered infant formulas in that neither is sterile, so the precautions are the same for both?

SolCarb is manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices, but because it is a powder, it cannot be made sterile. Based on CDC guidelines, it is suggested that SolCarb not be given to premature infants or immunocompromised individuals unless no alternative is available or unless directed and supervised by a physician.