McKesson Clear Food and Beverage Thickener

McKesson Clear Food and Beverage Thickener — 7.24 oz. Canister

For anyone managing dysphagia, the hardest part of thickening a drink is usually what it does to the drink. This xanthan gum blend from McKesson is built to disappear into whatever it is mixed with: coffee stays coffee-colored, juice stays clear, and the flavor comes through unchanged. It dissolves instantly without clumping or settling, so a caregiver can prepare a beverage at the bedside in under a minute and know the consistency will hold. A measuring scoop is included in every canister.

Key Features & Benefits:

• Clear and Flavorless: Colorless xanthan gum formula does not cloud beverages or alter taste, which makes thickened drinks far easier to accept at mealtime.
• Instant Mixing: Dissolves smoothly without lumps and reaches its target consistency quickly, with no lengthy standing time or re-stirring.
• Does Not Bind Fluid: Unlike starch-based thickeners, xanthan gum releases its water, so residents still receive the full hydration volume of the beverage they drink.
• Hot or Cold: Holds consistency across temperatures, from hot broth and coffee to iced tea and juice.
• Diet Friendly: Gluten free, kosher pareve, and halal, with only 15 calories per serving.

Product Specifications

Directions for Use

• Pour the desired amount of hot or cold beverage into a cup or glass.
• Measure the powder with the enclosed scoop, following the thickness level prescribed by the physician or speech-language pathologist.
• Add the powder to the beverage while stirring, then continue stirring for about 30 seconds until fully dissolved.
• Let the beverage stand briefly so it reaches its final thickness, then check the consistency before serving.
• If the drink is thinner than intended, stir in a small additional amount and allow it to stand again.
• Close the canister tightly after each use and store in a cool, dry place.