Description
Thick-It Original Food & Beverage Thickener — Reliable Texture Support for Swallowing Safety
Thick-It Original is a trusted powdered thickener designed to help people with swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) enjoy liquids and pureed foods safely and confidently. The cornstarch-based formula mixes quickly into hot or cold beverages and foods without altering flavor, and allows you to create IDDSI-compliant consistencies for easier, more controlled swallowing.
Key Features & Benefits
- Fast-mixing and consistent — dissolves instantly in liquids and purees, giving a reliable texture without lumps.
- Flavorless and virtually invisible — maintains the natural taste and appearance of your beverage or food.
- Versatile use with hot or cold foods & drinks — compatible with beverages, soups, smoothies and more.
- Diet-friendly formulation — gluten-free, Kosher Pareve certified, low sodium, and suitable for texture-modified diets.
- Trusted brand since 1987 — well-established in dysphagia care for home, long-term care and clinical settings.
How to Use
- Measure the appropriate amount of Thick-It Original powder per the consistency guide.
- Pour about 4 fl oz of the desired hot or cold liquid (or puree) into a glass or bowl.
- Slowly add the measured powder while stirring steadily with a fork or whisk.
- Let the mixture rest for 1 minute (for water/juices) or 5-10 minutes (for milk/supplements) before serving.
- Serve immediately or within the time frame advised by your clinician.
Important Considerations
- Intended only for individuals with swallowing difficulties; use under supervision of a speech-language pathologist or dietitian.
- Contains modified corn starch and maltodextrin — not intended for infants under age 2 unless advised by a physician.
- While the thickener supports safer swallowing, overall nutrition must still be assessed—thickened liquids alone do not provide full nutrition.
- Store between recommended temperatures; once opened, follow storage guidelines on the container.
| SKU # | 811363 |
| Manufacturer # | J584-H5800 |
| Brand | Thick-It® Original |
| Manufacturer | Kent Precision Foods |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Application | Food and Beverage Thickener |
| Calories per Serving | 20 Calories |
| Calories per Serving Range | 0 to 100 Calories |
| Container Type | Canister |
| Container Type Range | Canisters |
| Flavor | Unflavored |
| Flavor Range | Unflavored |
| IDDSI Consistency | IDDSI Level 0 Thin |
| Ingredients | Modified Cornstarch, Maltodextrin |
| Is_Active_Vendor | Y |
| Is_DSCSA | N |
| Is_Discontinued | N |
| Is_Medical_Device | N |
| Lot_Tracking_Flag | N |
| On_Allocation | N |
| Preparation | Powder |
| Product Dating | McKesson Acceptable Dating: we will ship >= 90 days |
| Serving Size | 1 Tbsp. Serving Size |
| Supplier_ID | 4360404 |
| UNSPSC Code | 42231806 |
| User | Adult / Children |
| User Group | Child to Adult |
| Volume | 10 oz. |