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Konsyl Orange Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid 3.4g; per packet or rounded tablespoonful; pwd; orange-flavor.
Pharmacological Class
Bulk forming.
How Supplied
Original—10.6oz, 15.9oz; Original packets—30; D—11.5oz, 17.5oz; Orange—19oz; Sugar-Free—10.6oz, 15.9oz; Sugar-Free packets—30; Sugar-Free Orange—15oz; Easy Mix—8.8oz (w. scoop); Tabs—90; Caps—100
Manufacturer
Konsyl Orange Indications
Indications
Constipation.
Konsyl Orange Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Mix in 8oz liq, then drink 8oz more liq. <6yrs: not recommended. 6–12yrs: ½ adult dose. ≥12yrs: 1 packet or rounded teaspoonful (1 rounded tablespoonful for Konsyl Orange) 1–3 times daily.
Konsyl Orange Contraindications
Contraindications
Signs/symptoms of appendicitis. Intestinal obstruction. Fecal impaction.
Konsyl Orange Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Konsyl Orange Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Rectal bleeding. Diabetes (sugar-containing forms).
Konsyl Orange Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Konsyl Orange Interactions
Interactions
Tablets block tetracycline absorption (give at least 1hr before or 2hrs after tetracycline).
Konsyl Orange Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Esophageal, gastric, enteral, rectal obstruction.
Konsyl Orange Clinical Trials
See Literature
Konsyl Orange Note
Not Applicable
Konsyl Orange Patient Counseling
See Literature
