METAMUCIL  THERAPY FOR REGULARITY- psyllium husk powder 
Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company

Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.

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Metamucil®
MultiHealth Fiber

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each TEASPOON)

Psyllium husk approximately 3.3 g

Purpose

Fiber therapy for regularity

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, 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. & older1 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.

Other information

  • each teaspoon contains: potassium 35 mg
  • PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE, 19 mg per teaspoon
  • store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity
  • see bottom of canister for expiration date
  • contains a 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Inactive ingredients

acesulfame potassium, aspartame, citric acid, FD&C Red No. 40, maltodextrin, natural flavor

Questions?

1-800-983-4237

Dist. by Procter & Gamble,
Cincinnati OH 45202

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 432 g Canister Label

NDC 37000-655-15

Doctor
#1
Recommended Brand

100% Natural Psyllium
Daily fiber supplement/
Therapy for regularity

Metamucil®
MultiHealth Fiber

✓ Helps lower cholesterol
to promote heart health*
✓ Promotes digestive health
✓ Low glycemic index*
✓ Gluten free
(less than 20 ppm gluten)*

Sugar-free
Not a low calorie product.

Pink Lemonade
smooth

Psyllium fiber powder

Naturally flavored

NET WT 15.2 OZ (432 g)

72 DOSES

*See back for information about soluble fiber and heart disease and for
information about low glycemic index and gluten.

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Principal Display Panel - 432 g Canister Label
METAMUCIL   THERAPY FOR REGULARITY
psyllium husk powder
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:37000-655
Route of AdministrationORAL
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Psyllium Husk (UNII: 0SHO53407G) (Psyllium Husk - UNII:0SHO53407G) Psyllium Husk3.3 g  in 5.95 g
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
acesulfame potassium (UNII: 23OV73Q5G9)  
aspartame (UNII: Z0H242BBR1)  
citric acid monohydrate (UNII: 2968PHW8QP)  
FD&C Red No. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
maltodextrin (UNII: 7CVR7L4A2D)  
Product Characteristics
ColorBROWNScore    
ShapeSize
FlavorLEMONImprint Code
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:37000-655-24684 g in 1 CANISTER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
2NDC:37000-655-15425 g in 1 CANISTER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
3NDC:37000-655-30174 g in 1 CANISTER; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart33407/17/199808/11/2016
Labeler - Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (004238200)

Revised: 9/2014
 
Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company