Does Thick-It Instant Food Thickener cause dehydration?
No, Thick-It Instant Food Thickener does not bind fluids. The patient receives essentially the same hydration as if they had consumed a non-thickened fluid. In other words, 98% of the liquid is directly absorbed for hydration. It is important for the patient to receive a significant liquid intake on a daily basis, unless the physician has advised the patient to limit fluids.
