Metamucil Psyllium Fiber Capsules Ingredients

Psyllium Husk, Gelatin

Uses

• Daily Fiber Supplement: Each serving adds 3 grams of fiber to your diet.
• For lowering cholesterol to promote heart health: Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One serving of Metamucil provides 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber.

Metamucil Psyllium Fiber Capsules Directions

Adults 12 years and older:

• 2 to 6 capsules per serving for increasing daily fiber intake
• 6 capsules per serving for cholesterol-lowering* use

Take with at least 8 oz of liquid up to three times daily.

New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.

NOTICE: Swallow 1 capsule at a time and take in an upright position. Take with a full glass of liquid; taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing. See choking warning. Under 12 years: Consult a doctor.

Metamucil Psyllium Fiber Capsules 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.

Fiber products 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.

Contact your doctor BEFORE USING this dietary supplement if you have recently experienced a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks, abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting.

Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.

Stop using this dietary supplement and ask a doctor if constipation lasts more than 7 days or 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 Psyllium Fiber Capsules Other Information

• To open, push down and turn.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• Contains a 100% natural fiber (psyllium).
• See bottom for "best by" date.

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