Parapharmacy
Update of 12/05/2025
GELOPECTOSE®
Forms and presentations
Food for special medical purposes. Oral powder: Box of 120 g (EAN 3760285070002).Composition
Bulking agent: maltodextrin; thickeners: pectin, microcrystalline cellulose, colloidal silica; sodium chloride; calcium chloride; flavouring: natural lemon flavouring.| Average analysis | For 100 g of reconstituted preparation |
| Energy value (kcal) | 356,3 |
| Energy value (kJ) | 1513,9 |
| Total lipids | 0,3 g |
| of which: | |
| - saturated fatty acids | 0,11 g |
| - monounsaturated fatty acids | 0,16 g |
| - polyunsaturated fatty acids | 0,03 g |
| Carbohydrates | 87,4 g |
| Proteins | 1 g |
| Sodium | 641 mg |
PROPERTIES and USE
Thickening powder for the nutritional needs of infants with regurgitation.
Gelopectose increases the viscosity of the liquid contained in the feeding bottle as well as that of the contents of the infant's stomach.
The three main constituents of Gelopectose, pectin, microcrystalline cellulose and silica, have swelling and adsorbent properties.
They allow:- to increase the viscosity of the food bolus;
- to thicken the gastric contents;
- to regulate intestinal transit.
Maltodextrin is a slowly absorbed, non-laxative carbohydrate.
Sodium chloride, combined with calcium chloride, is intended to prevent hypochloremia and to combat dehydration.
The combination of all ingredients allows Gelopectose to prevent regurgitation and vomiting in infants.
Gelopectose also helps reduce diarrhea in infants. If necessary, it must be combined with rehydration.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Heat the water or reconstituted milk to approximately 50 to 60 degrees.Pour the liquid into the feeding bottle and then add 2 level teaspoons per 90 milliliters of liquid.
Shake the bottle vigorously for approximately 30 seconds.
Then let it stand until the gel forms and reaches the desired temperature.
Observe the following doses:
| Water (ml) | Gelopectose (teaspoons) |
| 90 | 2 |
| 120 | 2-3 |
| 150 | 3 |
| 180 | 3-4 |
| 210 | 4-5 |
| 240 | 5 |
| 270 | 5-6 |
| 300 | 6 |
Give the bottle to the infant, without shaking it, to drink.
The prepared bottle may be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of 24 hours.
Before use, reheat the bottle in a water bath without shaking it.
Observe the amount of powder to be used. Indeed, the contents of the bottle continue to thicken in the infant's stomach.
Precautions for use
Important notice:
To be used under medical supervision.
This solution is not the patient's only source of nutrition.
This product is intended for infants.
Gelopectose must not be used without the approval of a pediatrician in premature infants, infants with cystic fibrosis, and infants treated with an anti-diarrheal medication.
Storage conditions
After opening: replace the plastic lid and store Gelopectose in a cool place, protected from moisture.Gelopectose must be used within 2 weeks after the container is first opened.
DB PHARMA Laboratories
1 bis, avenue du Cdt-Rivière
La Varenne-St-Hilaire
94210 Saint-Maur-des-Fossés
Tel: 01 48 83 25 14. Fax: 01 48 83 27 57
http://www.db-pharma.com
Source: VIDAL · Updated on 10/11/2026. This information does not replace advice from a healthcare professional.