Gucit® 30 Sachets
Gucit is a food supplement containing citrus pectin, potassium citrate, magnesium citrate, guava extract and inulin.
It is manufactured in sachet form and presented in a pack of 30 sachets. One sachet contains citrus pectin, potassium citrate, magnesium citrate, guava extract and inulin.
The daily portion is 1 sachet. The contents of the sachet are dissolved in 200 ml of water and taken after food. At 1 sachet a day, a pack of 30 sachets corresponds to 30 days. This page gives the composition of the product, its amounts, directions for use, storage conditions and the nutrient claims permitted by the legislation.
- Product name
- Gucit
- Product group
- Food supplement
- Product form
- Sachet
- Daily portion
- 1 sachet a day
- Directions
- Dissolved in 200 ml of water and taken after food
- Pack size
- 30 sachets
- Shelf life
- 36 months from the date of manufacture
- Approval no
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Composition
The table below gives the ingredients in one sachet and their amounts. The amounts show the weights of the ingredients in their salt or extract form.
| Ingredient | 1 sachet |
|---|---|
| Citrus pectin | 4000 mg |
| Potassium citrate | 800 mg |
| Magnesium citrate | 390 mg |
| Guava extract | 200 mg |
| Inulin | 110 mg |
As the pack contains 30 sachets, the total citrus pectin content of one box is 120 g.
Daily Portion and Directions for Use
| Form | Sachet |
|---|---|
| Pack | 30 sachets |
| Daily portion | 1 sachet |
| Directions for use | Dissolved in 200 ml of water and taken after food |
| Product type | Food supplement |
The contents of one sachet are emptied into 200 ml of water, stirred until dissolved and taken after food. As the product is used dissolved in water, it is recommended that the whole of the prepared amount be consumed.
Do not exceed the recommended daily portion. Consult your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of illness or use of medicines.
Description of the Ingredients
The source and chemical class of the ingredients are given below.
- Citrus pectin: A water-soluble polysaccharide found naturally in the peel of citrus fruits such as orange, lemon and grapefruit.
- Potassium citrate: The potassium salt of citric acid. It is an ingredient used in the manufacture of foods and food supplements.
- Magnesium citrate: The magnesium salt of citric acid.
- Guava extract: A plant extract obtained from the guava (Psidium guajava) plant.
- Inulin: A polysaccharide composed of fructose units, found naturally in plants such as chicory root.
The potassium and magnesium in the product are present as potassium citrate and magnesium citrate; the amounts in the composition table show the weight of these compounds. The elemental potassium and magnesium equivalents of potassium citrate and magnesium citrate, together with the nutrient reference value percentages, are given in the section below.
Consult your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of illness or use of medicines.
Nutrient Amounts and Health Claims
The ingredient amounts and nutrient reference value (NRV) percentages given on the label are below.
| Ingredients | Amount (1 sachet) | NRV (%)** (per sachet) |
|---|---|---|
| Citrus pectin (lemon) | 4000 mg | – |
| Potassium citrate | 800 mg | 15,31 |
| Magnesium citrate | 390 mg | 16,81 |
| Guava extract | 200 mg | – |
| Inulin | 110 mg | – |
**The nutrient reference value (NRV) is calculated on the basis of the mineral amounts provided by the ingredients.
A health claim for a nutrient may be used only where the daily portion provides at least 15% of the nutrient reference value for that nutrient. In one sachet, the daily portion of Gucit, this condition is met by potassium and magnesium. The subject of the claims is not the product but the nutrient contained in Gucit.
- Potassium contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Potassium contributes to normal muscle function.
- Potassium contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
- Magnesium contributes to electrolyte balance.
- Magnesium contributes to normal energy-yielding metabolism.
- Magnesium contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system.
- Magnesium contributes to normal muscle function.
The contribution stated in the claims applies where one sachet, the daily portion, is consumed. There is no health claim permitted in Türkiye for citrus pectin, guava extract and inulin, or for the citrate part of potassium citrate and magnesium citrate; these ingredients appear on the page with their names and amounts. A varied and balanced diet together with a healthy lifestyle is essential.
Basis of the Claims
The nutrient claims on this page are taken verbatim from the list of permitted claims in Annex 1 to the Guideline on the Use of Health Claims in Foods and Food Supplements (26.04.2023) published by the Turkish Medicines and Medical Devices Agency (TİTCK), together with the Regulation on the Use of Health Claims in Foods and Food Supplements (Official Gazette No. 32169, 20.04.2023). For a claim to be used, the daily portion must meet the source condition defined in Annex 4 to the Guideline, that is, at least fifteen per cent of the Nutrient Reference Value set out in Annex 5; this proportion is shown for each nutrient in the table above. Claims included in the annexes to the Guideline are used without an application for authorisation to, or notification of, the Agency, provided that the provisions of the Regulation and the Guideline are complied with. The product is a food supplement within the scope of the Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Food Supplements (No: 2013/49).
Storage Conditions
- The product is stored at room temperature, in a dry place not receiving direct sunlight.
- The storage condition and the expiry date given on the packaging apply.
- The sachets are stored unopened. The contents of an opened sachet are prepared and consumed without delay.
- The product is kept out of the reach of children.
- A product whose expiry date has passed is not used.
Product Verification by Batch Number
Aymed İlaç food supplements carry a number specific to the batch on the packaging. When the number marked "Parti No" on the packaging is entered into the box on the Ürünüm Güvende page, the production date and expiry date of the batch to which the product belongs are displayed, and the production record of that batch can be accessed.
Gucit is manufactured on behalf of Aymed İlaç at authorised facilities approved by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. The approval holder and the company placing the product on the market is Aymed İlaç Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.; company information is given on the Aymed İlaç corporate profile page. The batch query shows whether the box in hand matches the production record of the batch to which it belongs.
Information
This is a food supplement. Food supplements are not a substitute for a normal diet.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Do not exceed the recommended daily portion.
- Food supplements are not a substitute for a normal diet.
- Consult your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of illness or use of medicines.
It is not a medicinal product; it is not used for the purpose of preventing or treating diseases.
Notifications concerning the product may be sent to [email protected], and complaints concerning food may be submitted to the ALO 174 Food Line (ALO 174 Gıda Hattı) of the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry.
Pharmacies carrying Gucit
19 pharmacies in 9 provinces have reported that they carry Gucit. Stock levels change, so calling the pharmacy before setting out is recommended.
Your location is used only in your browser; it is not sent to any address. Distance is approximate and measured to the centre of the district where the pharmacy is located.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gucit a medicine?
No, Gucit is a food supplement; it is approved by the Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry and is not subject to prescription. It is not a medicinal product; it is not used for the purpose of preventing or treating diseases. Consult your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of illness or use of medicines.
How is Gucit used?
The daily portion is 1 sachet. The contents of one sachet are dissolved in 200 ml of water and taken after food. It is recommended that the whole of the prepared amount be consumed. Do not exceed the recommended daily portion.
What does Gucit contain?
One sachet contains citrus pectin 4000 mg, potassium citrate 800 mg, magnesium citrate 390 mg, guava extract 200 mg and inulin 110 mg. The amounts show the weights of the ingredients in their salt or extract form.
How many sachets are in a pack and how many days does it last?
The pack contains 30 sachets. As the daily portion is 1 sachet, one pack corresponds to 30 days.
Can Gucit be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
The warning on the product label reads: Consult your doctor during pregnancy and breastfeeding, and in case of illness or use of medicines.
How much does Gucit cost and where can it be obtained?
The product price is not published on this page. Gucit is obtained from pharmacies; you can ask your pharmacy for the current price. The pharmacies that stock the product can be searched by province and district on the Find a pharmacy page.
How is Gucit's batch number verified?
The number marked “Parti No” on the packaging is entered into the box on the Ürünüm Güvende page. The query displays the production date and expiry date of that batch.
Legal basis
The information on this page has been prepared in accordance with the following Turkish legislation; health claims are limited to the permitted list and no disease claims are made.
- Law No. 5996 on Veterinary Services, Plant Health, Food and Feed (Official Gazette 13.06.2010, No. 27610)
- Regulation on the Import, Production, Processing and Placing on the Market of Food Supplements (OG 02.05.2013, No. 28635)
- Turkish Food Codex Communiqué on Food Supplements (Communiqué No. 2013/49; OG 16.08.2013, No. 28737)
- Regulation on the Use of Health Claims in Foods and Food Supplements (OG 20.04.2023, No. 32169) and the TİTCK Guideline on the Use of Health Claims
- Turkish Food Codex Regulation on Nutrition Claims (OG 20.04.2023, No. 32169)
- Turkish Food Codex Regulation on Food Labelling and Consumer Information (OG 26.01.2017, No. 29960)
The composition, daily portion, directions for use and storage information on this page are taken from the product label; the binding information is the label on the pack. Other food supplements from Aymed İlaç are listed on the Consumer health page.