Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg (equivalent to polycarbophil 500 mg)
Uses
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
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
abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
difficulty in swallowing
a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor
do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24-hour period unless directed by a doctor
Directions
take this product (child or adult dose) with a full glass of water (8oz.) or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid my cause choking. See choking warning.
dosage will vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation
continued use for 1 to 3 days is normally required to provide full benefit
| adults and children over 12 years | 2 caplets, 1 to 4 times per day |
| children under 12 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
each caplet contains: calcium 140 mg
do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing store in a dry place at 15° – 30°C (59° – 86°F)
protect contents from moisture
