Label: DISCOUNT DRUG MART REGULAR FLAVOR- natural fiber psyllium husk powder powder

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

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Drug Label Information

Updated August 21, 2021

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  • SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

    Drug Facts

  • Active ingredient: (in each teaspoon)

    Psyllium husk approximately 3.4 g

  • Purpose

    Fiber Laxative

  • Uses:

    for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
    Generally produces bowel movement in 12-72 hours
  • 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 Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

  • 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 & Children 12 years & older:

    1 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.

    Children 6 – 11 yrs:

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

    Children under 6 yrs:

    Consult a doctor

    Laxative, including bulk fiber, 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 serving per day; gradually increase to desired daily intake. You may initially experience changes in bowl habits or minor bloating, as your body adjusts to increased fiber intake.

  • 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

    silica, sucrose.

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

    DISCOUNT drug mart

    FOOD FAIR

    Compare to the Active Ingredient in Metamucil®*

    NDC 53943-151-48

    ORIGINAL TEXTURE

    Fiber Therapy POWDER

    Fiber Laxative/Fiber Dietary Supplement

    100% Natural Psyllium Fiber

    +
    Helps you feel less hungry between meal**
    +
    Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels as part of your diet**
    +
    Helps lower cholesterol to promote heart health†
    +
    Promotes digestive

    48 TEASPOONS DOSES

    NET WT 13 OZ (368 g)

    Regular Flavor

    Fill controlled by weight, not volume

    TAMPER EVIDENT:DO NOT USE IF PRINTED INNER SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING

    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Procter & Gamble, the distributor of METAMUCIL®.

    SATISFACTION GUARANTEED IF DISSATISFIED, RETURN UNUSED PORTION AND PACKAGE TO STORE WHERE PURCHASED. IF UNABLE TO RETURN TO STORE, SEND REASON FOR DISSATISFACTION, NAME, ADDRESS AND EMPTY PACKAGE TO: DISCOUNT DRUG MART, 211 COMMERCE DR., MEDINA, OHIO 44256.

    **THESE STATEMENT HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATIVE. THIS PRODUCTS IS NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE.

    Distributed By:

    Discount Drug Mart

    211 Commerce Drive

    Medina, Ohio 44256

    www.discount-drugmart.com

    DRUG MART Regular Flavored
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    DISCOUNT DRUG MART  REGULAR FLAVOR
    natural fiber psyllium husk powder powder
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:53943-151
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    PSYLLIUM HUSK (UNII: 0SHO53407G) (PSYLLIUM HUSK - UNII:0SHO53407G) PSYLLIUM HUSK3.4 g  in 7 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    SUCROSE (UNII: C151H8M554)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorBROWN (Light) Score    
    ShapeSize
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:53943-151-48368 g in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product05/14/2019
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33405/14/2019
    Labeler - DISCOUNT DRUG MART (047741335)