Label: CVS FIBER THERAPY- methylcellulose tablet

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

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Drug Label Information

Updated September 30, 2023

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  • Active ingredient (in each caplet)

    Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 500 mg

  • Purpose

    Bulk-forming laxative

  • Uses

    Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
    Generally produces a 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.

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
    a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for 2 weeks

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    constipation lasts more than 7 days
    You have rectal bleeding

    These could 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

    Take 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.

    AGE

    DOSE

    MAXIMUM DOSE

    adults & children over 12 years

    Start with 2 caplets. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day.

    do not exceed 12 caplets per day.

    children (6 to 12 years )

    Start with 1 caplet. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day.

    do not exceed 6 caplets per day.

    children under 6 years

    consult a physician

    consult a physician

  • Other information

    each caplet contains: calcium 18 mg
    store at room temperature
    protect contents from moisture
    keep tightly closed
  • Inactive ingredients

    adipic acid, calcium carbonate, crospovidone, FD&C yellow no. 6, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, silica.

  • Questions or comments?

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  • Principal Display Panel

    *Compare to the active ingredient in Citrucel® Caplets

    NDC 51316-122-00

    Fiber Therapy

    Methylcellulose

    Gentle and clinically proven effective†
    Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation
    Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas††

    100 Fiber Caplets

    TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED INNER SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING.

    †When Used As Directed

    ††Based On Laboratory Testing.

    Individual Results May Vary.

    Distributed by:

    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by GlaxoSmithKline, the owner of the registered trademark Citrucel® Caplets.

    CVS Fiber Therapy Caplets 100 Caplets
  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CVS FIBER THERAPY 
    methylcellulose tablet
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:51316-122
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S) (UNII: MRJ667KA5E) (METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S) - UNII:MRJ667KA5E) METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S)500 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    ADIPIC ACID (UNII: 76A0JE0FKJ)  
    CALCIUM CARBONATE (UNII: H0G9379FGK)  
    CROSPOVIDONE (120 .MU.M) (UNII: 68401960MK)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)  
    SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorORANGE (Light orange) Scoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULE (Caplet) Size19mm
    FlavorImprint Code RP122
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:51316-122-00100 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product09/14/2023
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33409/14/2023
    Labeler - CVS PHARMACY (062312574)