Pack size: 100g Powder
Health Canada Approved NPN# 80076032
Used in Herbal Medicine
- As a bulk-forming laxative.
- To promote bowel movements by increasing bulk volume and water content.
- To provide gentle relief of constipation and/or irregularity.
Each teaspoon contains Medicinal ingredient:
Psyllium……………………………..…3.4 g
(Plantago ovata, Husk)
Storage conditions: Keep in a cool dry place, & out of reach of children.
Dosage: Adults: 1 - 3 Teaspoon(s) 1 - 3 time(s) per day. Stir briskly with full glass (8 oz.) of milk, juice or water and drink immediately. Maintain adequate fluid intake Take 2 hours before or after taking other medications. Effects observed 12-24 hours after first dose, and may take 2-3 days.
Caution and Warning: Consult a health care practitioner
- if symptoms worsen or if laxative effect does not occur within 7 days.
- immediately if you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product.
- prior to use if you are taking medications which inhibit peristaltic movement (e.g. opioids, loperamide) or if you have symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or fever.
Contraindications: Do not use
- if you have difficulty swallowing,
- if you have diabetes mellitus
- if you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits that has persisted for more than 2 weeks, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, or failure to defaecate following the use of another laxative product.
Known Adverse Reactions: Hypersensitivity, in which case, discontinue use. May cause temporary gas and/or bloating.
