Constipation

Antidiarrheal; Fiber Supplement; Laxative, Bulk-Producing

Onset of action: Relief of constipation: 12-72 hours
Absorption: None; small amounts of grain extracts present in the preparation have been reportedly absorbed following colonic hydrolysis

Hypersensitivity to psyllium or any component of the formulation; fecal impaction; GI obstruction

Psyllium is not absorbed systemically. When administered with adequate fluids, use is considered safe for the treatment of occasional constipation during pregnancy.

Gastrointestinal:
Abdominal cramps, constipation, diarrhea, esophageal obstruction, intestinal obstruction
Hypersensitivity:
Anaphylaxis (upon inhalation in susceptible individuals)
Ophthalmic:
Allergic conjunctivitis (rhinoconjunctivitis)
Respiratory:
Bronchospasm

Constipation: Oral: Psyllium: 2.5 to 30 g per day in divided doses

Children 2 to 3 years: 14 g/day.
Children 4 to 8 years: Female: 17 g/day; Male: 20 g/day.
Children and Adolescents 9 to 13 years: Female: 22 g/day; Male: 25 g/day.
Adolescents: 14 to 18 years: Female: 25 g/day; Male: 31 g/day.

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer's labeling.

Store below 25°C and away from light