TOPCO FIBER THERAPY SUGAR FREE- psyllium husk powder

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

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

Available from:

TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Bulk-forming Laxative

Authorization status:

OTC monograph not final

Summary of Product characteristics

TOPCO FIBER THERAPY SUGAR FREE- PSYLLIUM HUSK POWDER
TOPCO ASSOCIATES LLC
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TOPCARE HEALTH PSYLLIUM HUSK ORANGE FLAVOR SUGAR FREE 180 TEASPOON
DOSES
_DRUG FACTS_
ACTIVE INGREDIENT: (IN EACH TEASPOON)
Psyllium husk approximately 3.4 g
PURPOSE
Bulk-forming Laxative
USES:
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WARNINGS:
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.
ALLERGY ALERT:
This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to
inhaled or ingested
psyllium.
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
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STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
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These may 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 at 1-800-222-1222.
®
™
for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
generally produces bowel movement in 12-72 hours
a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
constipation lasts more than 7 days
rectal bleeding occurs
DIRECTIONS:
Put one dose into an empty glass. Mix 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 choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink
promptly. If mixture
thickens, add more liquid and stir.
ADULTS & CHILDREN
12 YEARS & OLDER:
1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz. of liquid at the first sign of
irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily.
CHILDREN 6-11 YRS :½ adult dose in 8 oz. of liquid, up to 3 times
daily
CHILDREN UNDER 6
YRS:
Consult a doctor
Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other
medicines work. If you
are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at
least 2 hours before or
2 hours after the prescribed medicine.
NEW USE