Fiber Supplement: Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult serving has 2.3 grams of this soluble fiber. Fiber Laxative: Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) and restores regularity. Generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours.
Directions: Fiber Supplement: Adults 12 yrs. and older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily. Under 12 yrs.: Consult a doctor. NOTICE: Take this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing. See choking warning. Fiber Laxative: Take at the first sign of irregularity up to 3 times a day. Put one dose into an empty glass. Fill glass with 8 oz of water or favorite beverage. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid 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 choking. See choking warning. Adults and children 12 years and over: 1 rounded tablespoonful. 6 to under 12 years: 1/2 tablespoonful. Under 6 years: Ask a doctor.
Active Ingredients: Fiber Supplement: 1 Rounded Tbsp (12 g): Calories 45; Total Carbohydrate 11 g (Dietary Fiber 3 g [Soluble Fiber 2 g]; Sugars 8 g); Iron 1 mg; Sucrose; Psyllium Seed Husk; Citric Acid; Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor; FD&C Yellow #6. Fiber Laxative: Per Each Rounded Tablespoonful = 12 g: Psyllium Seed Husk 3.4 g
Inactive Ingredients: Fiber Laxative: Citric Acid; FD&C Yellow No. 6; Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor; Sucrose
Warnings: Allergy alert: This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested 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: stomach pain, nausea or vomiting; noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. 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: you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use because this may indicate a serious condition; you need to use a laxative for more than one week. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
