Metamucil, Metamucil Smooth Texture Orange, 72 each

Product Description

Effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity. Fiber Supplement: Each serving adds 3 grams of fiber to your diet. For lowering cholesterol to promote hearth health. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult dose of Metamucil has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber.

Product Benefits



Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Psyllium Husk 3.4 g; Fiber Supplement: 1 rounded tsp: Calories 45; Total Carb. 12 g; (Dietary Fiber 3 g; [Soluble Fiber 2 g]; Sugars 9 g); Iron 0.8 mg; Sodium 5 mg; Potassium 30 mg; Sucrose; Psyllium Husk; Citric Acid; Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor; Yellow 6. InActive Ingredients: Citric Acid; FD&C Yellow No. 6; Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor; Sucrose

Suggestions

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 12 yrs. & older: 1 rounded teaspoon in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12-72 hours. 6-11 yrs.: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily. Under 6 yrs.: consult a doctor. Fiber Supplement: Adults 12 yrs. & older: 1 rounded tablespoon in 8 oz of liquid up to 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement; 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health. Under 12 yrs: consult a doctor. See mixing directions in drug facts.

Special Note



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: a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks; abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting. Stop use and ask a doctor if: constipation lasts more than 7 days; rectal bleeding occurs. These may be sings of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, contact a doctor or a Poison Control Center right away. Read entire label, including warning in Drug Facts.

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