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Health Mart Fiber Caplets


Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Methylcellulose 500 mg


Purpose

Bulk-forming laxative


OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION


Uses

  • relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity 
  • 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 over a period of 2 weeks

When using this product

  • do not use laxative products for a period longer than one week unless directed by a doctor
  • do not use if you are on a low salt diet unless directed by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if

These could be signs of a serious condition.

  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • you fail to have a bowel movement after use

Keep out of reach of children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.


Directions

This product generally produces effect in 12-72 hours

AgeDose                        Maximum Dose     
adults & children 12 years & over 2 capletsup to 6 times daily
children 6 to 11 years1 capletup to 6 times daily
children under 6 yearsask a doctorask a doctor
  • take this product (child or adult) dose with atleast 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid
  • taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking, see choking warning

Other information

  • each caplet contains: sodium 10 mg
  • store at below 25oC (77oF)
  • protect contents from moisture
  • keep tightly closed

Inactive ingredients

citric acid, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, FD&C yellow 6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium bicarbonate, sodium chloride, sodium lauryl sulphate