Label: LEADER NATURAL FIBER- psyllium husk powder

  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph not final

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Updated February 4, 2021

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient (in each TABLESPOON)

    Psyllium husk approximately 3.4 g

  • Purpose

    Fiber laxative

  • Uses

    effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity
  • 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, get medical help or 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 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 – 72 hours.

    6 – 11 yrs:

    ½ adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily

    Under 6 yrs:

    Consult a doctor

    Laxatives, including bulk fibers, 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.

  • Other information

    each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg
    store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity
    contains a 100% natural, therapeutic fiber
  • Inactive ingredients

    citric acid, FD&C yellow 6, natural and artificial orange flavor, silica, sucrose.

  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    DISTRIBUTED BY: CARDINAL HEALTH

    DUBLIN OH 43017

    CIN 4553657

    www.myleader.com

    1-800-200-6313

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    LEADER® Natural Fiber

     Compare to Metamucil® MultiHealth Fiber

    Smooth Texture

    Natural Fiber

    Fiber Laxative/Dietary supplement

    100% Natural Psyllium Fiber

    Fiber Supplement

    Orange Flavored Powder

    Relieves Constipation

    Restores Regularity

    fill controlled by weight not volume

    NET WT 20.3 OZ (575 g)

    48 SERVINGS

    Leader Smooth Texture Natural Fiber 48 Servings

    Leader Smooth Texture Natural Fiber 48 Servings

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    LEADER  NATURAL FIBER
    psyllium husk powder
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:37205-666
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    Psyllium Husk (UNII: 0SHO53407G) (Psyllium Husk - UNII:0SHO53407G) Psyllium Husk3.4 g  in 5.8 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    citric acid monohydrate (UNII: 2968PHW8QP)  
    FD&C Yellow No. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    maltodextrin (UNII: 7CVR7L4A2D)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorBROWNScore    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorORANGEImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:37205-666-20575 g in 1 CANISTER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product07/01/2012
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33407/01/2012
    Labeler - Cardinal Health (097537435)