Label: FIBER- psyllium husk capsule

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

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.

Drug Label Information

Updated November 26, 2014

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  • Active ingredient (in each capsule)

    Psyllium husk approx. 0.52 g

  • Purpose

    Bulk-forming laxative

  • KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

  • Uses

    relieves:

    • occasional constipation
    • helps restore regularity
    • this product 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 an allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium

    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

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • you fail to have a bowel movement after use or have rectal bleeding. These could be signs of a serious condition.
    • symptoms persist more than 1 week

    Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately

  • Directions

    • take this product (child or adult dose) with a full glass of water (8oz.) or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning.
    • swallow one capsule at a time
    • daily maximum 3 doses
    • dosage will vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. 
     adults and children 12 years and older5 capsules, 1 to 3 times a day 
     children 6 to 11 yearsconsider use of powder form of product
     children under 6 years ask 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.

  • Other information

    • store at room temperature
    • protect contents from moisture.
  • Inactive ingredients

    caramel color, gelatin, iron oxide, polysorbate 80, shellac

  • Fiber Supplement information

    Uses: An easy way to increase your daily fiber intake. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in this product, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One serving of this product provides 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol lowering program.

    Warnings: Read entire label, including warnings in Drug Facts under peel-back

    Directions: Adults 12 years and older: 2-6 capsules for increasing daily fiber intake; 6 capsules for cholesterol lowering use. Take this product 8oz. of liquid (swallow 1 capsule at a time) up to 3 times daily. NOTICE: Take this product atleast 8 oz . (a full glass) of liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing. See choking warning. 

  • PDP

    *Compare to the active ingredient in METAMUCIL® Capsules

    Fiber Capsules

    Dietary Fiber Supplement

    Relieves Occasional Constipation

    160 capsules

    Label

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    FIBER 
    psyllium husk capsule
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:67091-222
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    PSYLLIUM HUSK (UNII: 0SHO53407G) (PSYLLIUM HUSK - UNII:0SHO53407G) PSYLLIUM HUSK0.52 g
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CARAMEL (UNII: T9D99G2B1R)  
    GELATIN (UNII: 2G86QN327L)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    SHELLAC (UNII: 46N107B71O)  
    BROWN IRON OXIDE (UNII: 1N032N7MFO)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorbrownScoreno score
    ShapecapsuleSize20mm
    FlavorImprint Code G650
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:67091-222-16160 in 1 BOTTLE
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33412/12/2014
    Labeler - WinCo Foods, LLC (056098817)