CITRUCEL
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare LP
Drug Facts
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient CITRUCEL Orange
- Active ingredient Citrucel Sugar Free
- Purpose
- CITRUCEL Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- CITRUCEL Other information (Citrucel Orange)
- CITRUCEL Other information (Citrucel Sugar Free)
- Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Orange)
- Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Sugar Free)
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Active ingredient CITRUCEL Orange
(in each heaping tablespoon)
Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g
Active ingredient Citrucel Sugar Free
(in each rounded tablespoon)
Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g
Purpose
Bulk-forming fiber laxative
CITRUCEL Uses
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• relieves constipation (irregularity) -
• helps to restore and maintain regularity -
• for constipation associated with other bowel disorders like IBS when recommended by a doctor -
• generally produces a bowel movement in 12-72 hours
Warnings
Choking: taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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• a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for two weeks -
• abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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• constipation lasts more than 7 days -
• you have rectal bleeding
These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
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• MIX THIS PRODUCT (CHILD OR ADULT DOSE) WITH AT LEAST 8 OUNCES (A FULL GLASS) OF WATER OR OTHER FLUID. TAKING THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT ENOUGH LIQUID MAY CAUSE CHOKING. SEE CHOKING WARNING -
• use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity -
• put one dose in a full glass of cold water -
• stir briskly and drink promptly -
• drinking another glass of water is helpful
CITRUCEL ® Orange
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Age |
Dose |
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adults & children 12 years of age and over |
start with 1 heaping tablespoon . Increase as needed, 1 heaping tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
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children 6 - 11 years of age |
start with 2.5 level teaspoons . Increase as needed, 2.5 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
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children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
CITRUCEL® Sugar Free
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Age |
Dose |
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adults & children 12 years of age and over |
start with 1 rounded tablespoon . Increase as needed, 1 rounded tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
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children 6 - 11 years of age |
start with 2 level teaspoons . Increase as needed, 2 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
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children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
Other information (Citrucel Orange)
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• each heaping tablespoon contains: calcium 80mg and potassium 110mg -
• each heaping tablespoon contributes 60 calories from sucrose and maltodextrin -
• store below 77°F (25°C) -
• protect contents from humidity -
• keep tightly closed
Other information (Citrucel Sugar Free)
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• each rounded tablespoon contains: calcium 85mg and potassium 125mg -
• each rounded tablespoon contributes 24 calories from maltodextrin -
• store below 77°F (25°C) -
• protect contents from humidity -
• keep tightly closed -
• Phenylketonurics: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE 52mg per adult dose
Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Orange)
citric acid, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C yellow #6 lake, maltodextrin, orange flavors (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, riboflavin, sucrose, titanium dioxide, tricalcium phosphate
Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Sugar Free)
aspartame, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C yellow #6 lake, malic acid, maltodextrin, orange flavors (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, riboflavin
Questions or comments?
call toll-free 1-800-897-6081 (English/Spanish) weekdays
Citrucel® is a registered trademark of the Sanofi group of companies and licensed by the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.
For more information on Citrucel®, visit citrucel.com.
Distributed by:
GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare, L.P.
Moon Township, PA 15108
CITRUCEL ® Orange
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (NO SCOOP** DOSING):
1. Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
2. Measure heaping tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.
**We are as concerned about the environment as you are so we have removed the scoop from our Citrucel powder products. Doing so helps save energy, reduce the amount of plastic produced and improve environmental footprints.
CITRUCEL ® Sugar Free
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (NO SCOOP** DOSING):
1. Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
2. Measure rounded tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.
**We are as concerned about the environment as you are so we have removed the scoop from our Citrucel powder products. Doing so helps save energy, reduce the amount of plastic produced and improve environmental footprints.
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NDC 0135-0089-69
CITRUCEL®
METHYLCELLULOSE FIBER THERAPY FOR REGULARITY
Great Taste
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• Gentle and clinically proven effective -
• Gives you additional fiber to help balance your diet -
• The ONLY fiber for regularity that won’t cause excess gas*
orange FLAVOR
NET WT 16 OZ (454 GRAMS)
Great-Tasting
CITRUCEL ® Orange
Citrucel's unique because it is:
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• Gentle and clinically proven effective to help restore and maintain regularity. -
• The ONLY fiber that won't ferment to cause excess gas like other fiber products.* -
• 100% soluble, non-allergenic and gluten-free.
*Based on laboratory testing. Individual results may vary.
5E643 SB F4
©2012 GlaxoSmithKline
62063XF
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NDC 0135-0090-74
CITRUCEL®
METHYLCELLULOSE FIBER THERAPY FOR REGULARITY
Great Taste
-
• Gentle and clinically proven effective -
• Gives you additional fiber to help balance your diet -
• The ONLY fiber for regularity that won’t cause excess gas*
sugar free ORANGE FLAVOR
NET WT 32 OZ (907 GRAMS)
Great-Tasting Orange Flavor
CITRUCEL ® Sugar Free
Citrucel's unique because it is:
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• Gentle and clinically proven effective to help restore and maintain regularity. -
• The ONLY fiber that won't ferment to cause excess gas like other fiber products.* -
• 100% soluble, non-allergenic and gluten-free.
*Based on laboratory testing. Individual results may vary.
5M245 SB F4
©2012 GlaxoSmithKline
62056XG
CITRUCELmethylcellulose POWDER, FOR SOLUTION
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CITRUCELmethylcellulose POWDER, FOR SOLUTION
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