Metamucil
The Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company
Metamucil MultiHealth Fiber
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- Active ingredient (in each TEASPOON)
- Purpose
- Metamucil Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- Metamucil Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions?
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 538 g Canister Label
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each TEASPOON)
Psyllium husk approximately 3.4 g
Purpose
Fiber therapy for regularity
Metamucil Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
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.
Allergy alert
This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- constipation lasts more than 7 days
- rectal bleeding occurs
These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, contact a doctor or a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
Adults 12 yrs. & older | 1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12–72 hours. |
6 – 11 yrs. | ½ adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily |
Under 6 yrs. | Consult a doctor |
Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
New Users
Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
Metamucil Other information
- each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg
- do not use if printed inner seal is broken or missing
- store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity
- see bottom of canister for expiration date
Inactive ingredients
sucrose
Questions?
1-800-983-4237
DIST. BY PROCTER & GAMBLE,
CINCINNATI OH 45202
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 538 g Canister Label
NDC 37000-453-09
Doctor
#1
Recommended Brand
100% NATURAL PSYLLIUM HUSK
daily fiber supplement
therapy for regularity
Meta-
mucil
®
MultiHealth Fiber
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✔ Helps lower cholesterol
to promote heart health* -
✔ Promotes digestive health † -
✔ Helps maintain healthy
blood sugar levels
as part of your diet*†
made with REAL SUGAR
no artificial ingredients
original coarse
fiber powder
NET WT 19 OZ (1.1 LBS) 538 g
72 DOSES
*See back for information about soluble fiber and heart
disease and maintaining healthy blood sugar levels.
MetamucilPsyllium Husk POWDER
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