SUGAR FREE SMOOTH TEXTURE, BERRY FLAVOR- psyllium husk powder, for suspension

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

PSYLLIUM HUSK (UNII: 0SHO53407G) (PSYLLIUM HUSK - UNII:0SHO53407G)

Available from:

Guardian Drug Company

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Bulk-forming laxative - effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity

Authorization status:

OTC monograph not final

Summary of Product characteristics

SUGAR FREE SMOOTH TEXTURE, BERRY FLAVOR- PSYLLIUM HUSK POWDER, FOR
SUSPENSION
GUARDIAN DRUG COMPANY
_Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA,
however they may be marketed if they_
_comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not
evaluated whether this product complies._
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SUGAR FREE NATURAL FIBER
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (PER EACH ROUNDED TEASPOON=5.8 G)
psyllium husk 3.4 g
PURPOS E
Bulk-forming laxative
US ES
effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity
WARNINGS
ALLERGY ALERT: May cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to
ingested or inhaled psyllium
CHOKING: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to
swell and block your throat or
esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have
difficulty in swallowing. If you
experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or
breathing after taking this product, seek
immediate medical attention.
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking any other drug. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
_When using this product_
do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dosage in a 24-hour period
you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating as your
body adjusts to increased
fiber intake
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
constipation lasts more than 7 days
rectal bleeding occurs
These could be signs of a serious condition.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, get medical help
or contact a Poison Control
Center right away.
DIRECTIONS
take at the first sign of irregularity up to 3 times a day
put one dose into an empty glass
fill glass with 8oz of water or favorite beverage
stir briskly and drink promptly
if mixture thickens add more water and stir
take this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full
glass) of water or other fluid.
Taking this product without enough liquid may cause chok