Psyllium Husk

Psyllium Husk is indicated in-

• Constipation
• Raised levels of cholesterol
• Hemorrhoids or piles
• Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
• Reduces blood glucose level

Psyllium also provides easy bowel movement with smooth stool. So, it is desirable in patients with anal fissures, colon cancer, post anal & rectal surgery and during pregnancy.

Usual dose: 1 spoonful 1-3 times daily or as per doctor's advice.

Adults and children over 12 years: 1 spoonful with water 2 times daily or as per doctor's advice.

Children 6 to 12 years: ½ to 1 spoonful with water depending on age and size, in the morning and at bedtime or as per doctor's advice.

Children below 6 years: Not recommended except as directed by the physician.

An additional glass of water is helpful after taking this gel.

Administration

• Take one spoonful with the provided spoon.
• Put this husk into an empty glass.
• Fill glass with water (150 ml or 2/3 of the glass) stir & drink immediately.

No significant interaction has been observed with other medicine.

Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel.

Common side effects are flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction.

Bulk-forming laxatives

Store in a cool and dry place. Keep out of reach of children.