Ispaghula Husk

Laxative · Bulking agent

Indications

Diverticular disease, spastic and irritable colon. Constipation due to insufficient fiber.

Dosage

Adults: 1 sachet in a glass of water morning & evening. Children: Above 6 yr, 2.5-5 gm in a glass of water morning & evening.

Adverse Effects

Flatulence, abdominal distension, faecal impaction, intestinal and oesophageal obstruction, allergic reactions.

Risk Factor (Pregnancy/Lactation)

Contraindications: Intestinal obstruction, colonic atony, reduced GI motility, faecal impaction, phenylketonuria. Precautions: Maintain adequate fluid intake, elderly, debilitated, intestinal narrowing or reduced motility. Avoid inhalation of powder.

Interactions

Digoxin, coumarins, lithium, vit B12, calcium, iron, zinc.

Advice to Patient

Take with meals. Do not take without water. For making solution, take the required amount and mix into a glass of cold water or milk (150 mL) and drink immediately.

Pharmacokinetics

Onset: 12-24 hrs. Duration: Variable. Absorption: Not absorbed; acts locally. Metabolism: Not metabolized. Time to peak, plasma: 3 days. Excretion: Faeces.

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