Psyllium Husk Powder (300g)

Medicinal Ingredient (per daily serving)

Psyllium Husk Powder (Plantago ovata)… 8,000 mg (2 teaspoons)

Recommended Dose:

Adults and adolescents 13 and over: 2 teaspoons (8,000mg) 1 time per day after dinner.

Effects observed 12-24 hours after first dose, and may take 2-3 days. For each gram of psyllium, mix with 30 ml of liquid (water, milk, fruit juice or similar aqueous beverage). Stir briskly and drink immediately. Maintain adequate fluid intake. Take 2 hours before or after taking other medications.

Cautions and Warnings:

Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms worsen or if laxative effect does not occur within seven days.

Consult a health care practitioner immediately if you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product.

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking medications which inhibit peristaltic movement (e.g. opioids, loperamide).

Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you have symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or fever (as these could be signs of abnormal constrictions of the gastrointestinal tract, diseases of the oesophagus and/or the superior opening of the stomach (cardia), potential or existing intestinal blockage, paralysis of the intestine, megacolon, faecal impaction, inflamed bowel or appendicitis).

Contraindications:

Do not use if you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits that has persisted for more than 2 weeks, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, or failure to defecate following the use of another laxative product

Do not use if you have diabetes mellitus in which blood sugar is difficult to regulate.

Do not use if you have difficulty swallowing.

Known Adverse Reactions:

Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur following inhaled and/or ingested

Laxative

Fiber acts as a bulk forming laxative, which adds bulk volume and increases water content in the large intestines and helps to promote bowel movements. Constipation is one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints, and consumption of fiber seems to relieve and prevent constipation. Higher fiber intake has been linked to: lower blood pressure, lower insulin levels, reducing weight, and lowering cholesterol levels.

Types of Fiber

Soluble fiber dissolves in water, can help lower glucose levels as well as help lower blood cholesterol. Foods with soluble fiber include: oatmeal, nuts, beans, lentils, apples and blueberries.

Insoluble fiber, which does not dissolve in water, can help food move through your digestive system, promoting regularity and helping prevent constipation. Foods with insoluble fibers include: wheat, whole wheat bread, whole grain couscous, brown rice, legumes, carrots, cucumbers and tomatoes.