NOW Psyllium Husk (500 mg - 200 caps)

NOW - Psyllium Husk - 200  Capsule(s) - NPN: 80010953

Psyllium Husks can be a convenient way to increase the intake of dietary fiber. It has the ability to swell up to 50 times its initial volume when added to liquid. This bulking action can play an important role in maintaining regularity and gastrointestinal health

Adults & Adolescents (≥ 13 years) Dosage: Take 2 capsules 3 times daily with 250 mL of liquid. 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.

• 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 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 esophagus and/or the superior opening of the stomach (cardia), potential or existing intestinal blockage, paralysis of the intestine, megacolon, fecal impaction, inflamed bowel or appendicitis), or if you are taking medications which inhibit peristaltic movement. 

Do not use if you have difficulty swallowing, if you have diabetes mellitus in which blood sugar is difficult to regulate, or 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. Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur following inhaled and/or ingested psyllium, in which case, discontinue use. May cause temporary gas and/or bloating.

INGREDIENTS
Psyllium ... 500 mg

Non Medicinal Ingredients
Gelatin, Magnesium Stearate, Vegetable Grade,Purified water,