Walgreen Fiber Caplets Calcium Polycarbophil
Drug Fats
Active Ingredient (in each caplet)
Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg
equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
PURPOSE
Bulk-forming laxative
USES
- ▪relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity
- ▪this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
WARNINGS SECTION
Choking Warning: 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 over a period of 2 weeks
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are
taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
- ▪do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor
- ▪do not take more than 8 tablets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if
rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children.
OVERDOSAGE SECTION
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.
DIRECTIONS
| Age | Recommended dose | Daily maximum |
| adults & children 12 years of age and over | 2 caplets once a day | up to 4 times a day |
| children under 12 years | consult a physician |
- ▪Take each dose of this product 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).
- ▪This product works naturally so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide full benefit. Dosage may vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation.
OTHER INFORMATION
DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING
- •each caplet contains: calcium 125 mg
- •Do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing
- •store at room temperature
- •protect contents from moisture
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
calcium carbonate, caramel color, crospovidone, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate.