GlucoBooster™ Glucose Gel

Name: GlucoBooster™ Glucose Gel
Brand: femme health
SKU: 7004-FEMME
Price: 11.99 GBP
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£11.99

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8 x 30g sachets - 8 servings

Fast-acting blueberry glucose gel providing 10g of rapidly available carbohydrate per sachet for convenient support when blood sugar drops.

Helps raise low blood sugar quickly
Rapid glucose when you need it
Easy to carry for hypo support
No water or mixing required
Stomach-friendly glucose source
Vegan blueberry-flavoured gel

*femme do not endorse products, nor do we confirm their effectiveness; instead we recommend that you always seek advice from your GP (and your fertility clinic, especially if you are taking prescribed fertility medication) before product use.

Description

GlucoBooster™ Glucose Gel is a fast-acting glucose gel designed to provide a convenient source of rapidly available carbohydrate when blood sugar drops. Each compact 30g sachet contains 10g of carbohydrate from glucose monohydrate, with a natural blueberry flavour and ready-to-use format that can be carried easily in a handbag, pocket, car or diabetes kit.

Glucose is a simple carbohydrate that is rapidly absorbed into the bloodstream, making it useful when a quick increase in blood glucose is required. GlucoBooster states that its glucose monohydrate can begin acting within approximately five minutes. The gel requires no mixing or preparation and can be consumed directly from the sachet, making it practical for people who need to keep a fast-acting carbohydrate source close at hand.

Important: UK guidance generally recommends 15–20g of fast-acting carbohydrate for an adult experiencing a hypo, while each GlucoBooster sachet provides 10g. Follow your personal diabetes treatment plan and the advice of your diabetes team regarding how much to take. Check your blood glucose again after 10–15 minutes and repeat treatment if it remains below 4mmol/L. Only give oral glucose to someone who is conscious and able to swallow safely. If someone with severe hypoglycaemia becomes unconscious, do not give food or drink by mouth; place them in the recovery position, use glucagon if available and you are trained to do so, and seek emergency medical assistance.

What's inside

8 x GlucoBooster™ Glucose Gel, 30g sachets.

Ingredients

Water, Dextrose Monohydrate, Modified Starch, Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid), Blueberry Flavour and Preservative (Potassium Sorbate).

Per 30g sachet: 10g carbohydrate from glucose monohydrate.

Suitable for vegans.

How it works

Tear open the sachet and consume the gel directly. No mixing or water is required.

Each sachet provides 10g of fast-acting carbohydrate. If using GlucoBooster to treat a hypo, follow your individual diabetes management plan. UK guidance generally recommends 15–20g of fast-acting carbohydrate for adults, followed by checking blood glucose again after 10–15 minutes. If it remains below 4mmol/L, further treatment may be required.

Once your blood glucose has recovered above 4mmol/L, follow your diabetes team's advice regarding longer-acting carbohydrate or your next meal.

Never give glucose gel by mouth to someone who is unconscious or unable to swallow safely.

Deliveries & Returns

Delivery

All orders are processed within 2 business days.
Free standard delivery on orders over £40.
Orders to Ireland are shipped via UPS and typically arrive within 3–5 working days.
Please note: While we make the necessary updates to comply with new EU packaging regulations, some products are temporarily unavailable for delivery to the Republic of Ireland. Tempdrop products are unaffected and can still be delivered as normal. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Returns

Tempdrop is classified as a medical device, it cannot be returned or exchanged once opened - please check sizing carefully before placing your order.
Unopened items can be returned within 30 days of purchase with valid proof of purchase.
To initiate a return, email talktous@femmehealth.co.uk with your order number and reason for return.

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Key Details

8 × 30g Portable Sachets

Eight single-serve sachets provide a compact source of fast-acting glucose that is easy to keep close by.

Rapid Glucose

Designed to provide rapidly available glucose when you need a convenient source of carbohydrate.

Ready to Use

Blueberry-flavoured vegan gel can be taken straight from the sachet with no water or mixing required.

What is GlucoBooster Glucose Gel designed for?

GlucoBooster provides a rapid source of glucose that can be carried with you and used when you need fast-acting carbohydrate, including as part of an individual hypoglycaemia management plan.

How much carbohydrate is in each sachet?

Each 30g sachet provides 10g of carbohydrate from glucose monohydrate.

How quickly does GlucoBooster work?

The manufacturer states that its glucose monohydrate is rapidly absorbed and can begin working within approximately five minutes. Individual responses vary, so blood glucose should still be monitored when treating a hypo.

Is one sachet enough to treat a hypo?

Each sachet provides 10g of carbohydrate, while UK guidance generally recommends 15–20g of fast-acting carbohydrate for adults treating a hypo. Follow the amount advised in your personal diabetes management plan or by your diabetes team.

When should I check my blood sugar again?

When treating a hypo, NHS guidance recommends checking your blood glucose again after approximately 10–15 minutes. If it is still below 4mmol/L, take further fast-acting carbohydrate according to your diabetes treatment plan and check again.

Can I take GlucoBooster without water?

Yes. The gel can be consumed straight from the sachet without water. The manufacturer notes that drinking a little water alongside it is optional.

Can GlucoBooster be given to someone who is unconscious?

No. Never give food, drink or oral glucose gel to someone who is unconscious or unable to swallow safely. NHS guidance advises placing them in the recovery position, administering glucagon if available and you know how to use it, and seeking urgent medical help.

Is GlucoBooster suitable for vegans?

Yes. GlucoBooster states that its glucose gel is 100% vegan and suitable for people following a plant-based diet.

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