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Sucrose (medicine) Calories
Pure sucrose, used in medicine as sweetener or pain relief
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 teaspoon (medium) of Sucrose (medicine) (4 g) has 16 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 4 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Sucrose (medicine) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 teaspoon (medium) · 4 g
16
KCAL / 4G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Sucrose (medicine) nutrition facts table · 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 16 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.04 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Teaspoon of Sucrose (medicine)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 teaspoon (medium) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 2 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 10 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 10 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 60 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 400 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sucrose (medicine)
What is sucrose used for in medicine?
Sucrose is used mainly to sweeten liquid medicines and make some tablets easier to take. It is usually an inactive ingredient, not the medicine’s active drug; in clinical settings, oral sucrose can also help reduce pain responses during brief procedures in newborns.
Can sucrose relieve pain in newborns?
Yes, a small amount of oral sucrose can reduce a newborn’s pain response during brief procedures such as a needle prick. Its effect is short-lived, and it is not a general painkiller or a substitute for appropriate pain relief.
Why is sucrose added to liquid medicine?
Sucrose is added to many liquid medicines to mask bitter or unpleasant tastes, making them easier to take. In a medicine, it serves a formulation purpose rather than treating the condition; the amount can vary between products.
Is sucrose safe for babies in medicine?
Sucrose in a medicine is not automatically unsafe for a baby, but the product must be suitable for the child’s age and used as directed. Do not give a baby a medicine solely because it contains sucrose or seems soothing.
How is sucrose given to newborns before a medical procedure?
In clinical care, sucrose is given by mouth, often placed on the newborn’s tongue shortly before a brief procedure. Trained staff determine the amount and timing; it is not injected, and this use should not be copied at home.
Does sucrose in medicine raise blood sugar?
Yes, sucrose can raise blood sugar after digestion. The amount per dose differs by product, so people with diabetes should check the medicine information and ask a pharmacist whether a suitable alternative is available.
Is sucrose the same as glucose in medicine?
No. Sucrose is a disaccharide made of glucose and fructose, while glucose is a single sugar. The body breaks sucrose down during digestion, but the two ingredients are not interchangeable in every medicine formulation.
Can sucrose in cough syrup cause tooth decay?
Yes, frequent or prolonged contact with sucrose-containing cough syrup can contribute to tooth decay. Use the medicine as directed, and clean teeth afterward when practical, especially if a dose is taken near bedtime.
Can sucrose replace pain medicine for a newborn?
No, sucrose should not be treated as a replacement for pain medicine. In clinical settings it may reduce a newborn’s response to brief procedures, but its effect is limited and the care team decides what pain relief is appropriate.
Can you give a newborn sucrose water at home for pain?
No, do not give a newborn sucrose water at home to treat pain. Clinical use is limited to specific situations under trained supervision, and sucrose water is not a home pain remedy. Ask your baby’s clinician about safe pain relief.
Sucrose (medicine) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.08mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.04mg · 0% DV
Sucrose (medicine) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sucrose (medicine)
To burn the 16 calories in 1 teaspoon (medium) (4 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Sucrose (medicine)?
Sucrose used as a medicine is purified table sugar supplied for a healthcare purpose, rather than as an ordinary sweetener. It may be included to sweeten a preparation, and in some clinical settings a sweet solution is given under a healthcare professional’s direction. The substance is familiar, but the intended use and dose depend on the product and situation.
It tastes distinctly sweet and is usually provided as a measured dose or solution, not served alongside meals like sugar at home. Nutritionally, it is almost entirely carbohydrate, with no protein, fat or fibre. If it has been recommended for you, follow the product instructions or your clinician’s guidance; account for it as part of your overall sugar intake rather than adding it casually to drinks or food.
How Nutritious Is Sucrose (medicine)?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Sucrose (medicine) Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Sucrose (medicine) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sucrose (medicine) Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sucrose (medicine) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.