2-(Hydroxymethyl)-6-[4,5,6-Trihydroxy-2-(Hydroxymethyl)Oxan-3-yl]Oxyoxane-3,4,5-Triol; 4-O-Alpha-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-Glucose; Malt Sugar.
Anhydrous crystalline maltose is a molecule called a disaccharide that is formed by the joining of two sugar molecules.
Anhydrous crystalline maltose is taken by mouth to relieve symptoms of Sjogren's syndrome.
In manufacturing, anhydrous crystalline maltose is used as a food stabilizer. It is also added to certain cosmetics and pharmaceuticals to absorb water.
How does work?
There isn't enough information to know how anhydrous crystalline maltose might work.
Insufficient Evidence to Rate Effectiveness for...
- An autoimmune disorder called Sjogren's syndrome. Early research suggests that taking anhydrous crystalline maltose by mouth three times daily for up to 24 weeks reduces symptoms of dry eyes and dry mouth in people with Sjogren's syndrome.
- Other conditions.
QUESTION
Next to red peppers, you can get the most vitamin C from ________________. See AnswerAnhydrous crystalline maltose is POSSIBLY SAFE when taken by mouth as a medicine for up to 6 months. It is not clear if anhydrous crystalline maltose causes side effects. So far, none have been reported.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding: There is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking anhydrous crystalline maltose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Stay on the safe side and avoid use.The appropriate dose of anhydrous crystalline maltose depends on several factors such as the user's age, health, and several other conditions. At this time, there is not enough scientific information to determine an appropriate range of doses for anhydrous crystalline maltose. Keep in mind that natural products are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Be sure to follow relevant directions on product labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or other healthcare professional before using.
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Fox, P. C., Cummins, M. J., and Cummins, J. M. Use of orally administered anhydrous crystalline maltose for relief of dry mouth. J Altern Complement Med 2001;7(1):33-43. View abstract.
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