Metamucil Orange Coarse
Fiber Supplement Powder Ingredients

Sucrose, Psyllium Husk, Citric Acid, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Yellow 6

Active Ingredient (in each TABLESPOON)
Psyllium Husk, Approximately 3.4 g

Inactive Ingredients
Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose

Metamucil Orange Coarse
Fiber Supplement Powder Directions

Adults 12 years and older:

• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement
  
• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health

Under 12 years of age:

• Consult a doctor.

NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.

Metamucil Orange Coarse Fiber Supplement Powder Fiber Therapy
for Regularity Directions

Purpose

• Fiber laxative

Uses

• Effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity

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 years and older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
• 6-11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
• Under 6 years: 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 Orange Coarse
Fiber Supplement Powder 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 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, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Metamucil Orange Coarse
Fiber Supplement Powder Other Information

• Each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

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