Rapilose Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) Solution - 300ml

Rapilose Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) Solution – 300 ml is a ready-to-drink glucose solution formulated to provide the standard 75 g dose of anhydrous glucose required for oral glucose tolerance testing (OGTT) in adults, in line with World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines for screening and diagnosing gestational and overt diabetes.

The product comes in a 300 ml aluminium pouch with a tamper-evident twist-off cap and a pleasant orange flavour that is non-carbonated and contains no colour additives — making it easy to drink quickly without pre-mixing or measuring.

Rapilose OGTT Solution is gluten-free, lactose-free, fat-free, caffeine-free and alcohol-free, and is a cost-effective, ready-to-use alternative to traditional glucose powders or syrups, useful in clinical, community or pharmacy-based testing.

Brand: Rapilose® (commonly supplied by Penlan Healthcare/marketed for OGTT use).

Size: 300 ml pouch

Glucose Dose: Contains ~75 g anhydrous glucose — the adult standard OGTT dose.

1. Fasting: Prior to testing, the patient should fast for at least 9 hours with only plain water allowed. Follow clinical guidelines for patient preparation.
2. Initial Blood Sample: Take a fasting blood sample per local clinical protocol.
3. Consume Solution: Open the pouch and drink the entire 300 ml Rapilose OGTT Solution (75 g glucose) within 5–10 minutes.
4. Post-Load Testing: After 2 hours, collect a second blood sample as directed to assess glucose tolerance according to WHO or local clinical standards.
5. Paediatric Dosing: If used for children under 43 kg, the dose should be adjusted clinically (typically ~7 ml per kg body weight, not exceeding 300 ml).

Important: This product is for use within organised glucose tolerance testing and should be administered by trained personnel or under clinician guidance, following NHS pharmacy/clinical standard operating procedures.

Active Carbohydrate Source:

• Anhydrous glucose (equivalent 75 g per 300 ml) — provided by glucose syrup and glucose monohydrate.

Other Ingredients:

• Water
• Glucose syrup
• Orange flavour (may include natural and artificial flavouring)
• Citric acid (acidity regulator)
• Potassium sorbate (preservative)
• Sodium benzoate (preservative)

Nutritional Information (approx per 300 ml):

• Energy ~286 kcal
• Carbohydrates ~71.5 g (of which sugars ~50.3 g)

Free From:

• Gluten, lactose, fat, caffeine, alcohol.

Warnings & Precautions

• Intended Use: Rapilose OGTT Solution is for diagnostic glucose tolerance testing only and not for general dietary consumption.
• Oral Use Only: Do not inject or use rectally.
• Medical Supervision Recommended: OGTT should be conducted under clinical supervision; individuals with known diabetes, gestational diabetes, cardiovascular conditions or other metabolic disorders should follow clinician instructions closely.
• Hypoglycaemia Risk: In rare cases, post-test hypoglycaemia can occur — monitor patient symptoms and manage per clinical protocol.
• Allergies: Do not use if there is known hypersensitivity to any components.
• Storage Instructions: Store unopened below 25 °C; after opening, refrigerate and use within the recommended period (typically within three days).
• Check Expiry: Do not use beyond the printed expiry date.

Possible Reactions

• Some individuals may experience nausea or gastrointestinal discomfort if the solution is consumed too rapidly.
• Those with underlying conditions should consult a clinician/pharmacist before conduct of OGTT.