Frequently Asked Questions

OptiFibre® is designed for special medical purposes designed for patients with constipation. It should be added to a balanced diet containing plenty of fibre. Fibre is found in wholegrains (brown rice, brown bread, wholegrain cereals, wholewheat pasta, etc.) and in fruit and vegetables. OptiFibre® is not a substitute for an adequate balanced diet.

Given that it contains dietary fibre, it may be recommended to go with a treatment that is causing constipation as a side effect, or a conventional laxative.

Use under medical supervision. Ask your pharmacist for advice.

One 5 g serving of OptiFibre® contains 10 kcal.

One 5 g serving of OptiFibre® contains under 10 mg of sodium so the substance can be used as part of a lowsalt
diet.

OptiFibre® only contains partially hydrolysed guar gum. Blood sugar levels in diabetic patients should be
checked regularly.

Because OptiFibre® is natural, it can be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women* and this is supported by the CRAT*.

Did you know? 1 in 2 pregnant women experience digestive transit problems. Pregnancy can cause or worsen constipation. During pregnancy, some women can also become more sensitive to taste and smell, which can make them feel nauseous.

OptiFibre® does not affect taste or texture and is scent-free. It can be discreetly added to food, making it easy to take.

* (According to the CRAT [French Teratogen Information Centre], ‘Guar Gum’, www.lecrat.org, updated 17
February 2016)

Like other dietary fibres, OptiFibre® isn't absorbed by the body and so doesn’t transfer into breastmilk.

This means it can be used when breastfeeding. Use under medical supervision.

OptiFibre® is gluten-free to make it well-tolerated. As it only contains partially hydrolysed guar gum, it is also suitable for patients with food intolerances. Use under medical supervision. Ask your pharmacist for advice.

OptiFibre® can be added to the diets of adult patients and child patients aged 3 or over who are experiencing constipation. It can also be taken by pregnant and breastfeeding women*.

OptiFibre® does not affect taste or texture and is scent-free. It can be discreetly added to food, making it easy to take. It is ideal for children who are sensitive to taste and smell.

* (According to the CRAT [French Teratogen Information Centre], ‘Guar Gum’, www.lecrat.org, updated 17 February 2016)

OptiFibre® is contraindicated in children aged under 3. Nestlé is extremely vigilant when it comes to standards and constraints for producing products designed for babies/children from birth to the age of 3.

Therefore, OptiFibre® is not indicated for children aged under 3 as a precaution.

OptiFibre® is a food for special medical purposes designed for adults and children aged over 3 who are experiencing constipation. This means the product is designed for human patients and not for animals. Only
a veterinarian or animal health professional can advise you and answer your questions about supplementing fibre intake in animals.

OptiFibre® can only be used on medical advice in those being treated for or who have already been diagnosed with a condition.

This product has not been certified as Halal.

If the effect is not substantial enough, the dose can be increased, but medical advice should be sought beforehand.

OptiFibre® can only be used on medical advice in those being treated for or who have already been diagnosed with a condition.

The age of 18.