the present invention proposes a formulation and the process to prepare thick water to be administered to patients afflicted by dysphagia . it particularly comprises of a polymer that helps the formulation to stay thick when administered and thins out as it passes to the stomach . the formulation does not regain viscosity when it enters duodenum and small intestine regions . this formulation for the management of dysphagia can be prepared at any consistency / viscosity required . some of the advantages proposed are a decrease in feeling of satiety , ease of administration and no effect on the bioavailability of co - administered medications .