Konsyl Orange Sf Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid 3.5g; per packet or rounded teaspoon; sugar-free pwd; contains phenylalanine.
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 Sf Indications
Indications
Constipation.
Konsyl Orange Sf 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 Sf Contraindications
Contraindications
Signs/symptoms of appendicitis. Intestinal obstruction. Fecal impaction.
Konsyl Orange Sf Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Konsyl Orange Sf Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Rectal bleeding. Diabetes (sugar-containing forms).
Konsyl Orange Sf Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Konsyl Orange Sf Interactions
Interactions
Tablets block tetracycline absorption (give at least 1hr before or 2hrs after tetracycline).
Konsyl Orange Sf Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Esophageal, gastric, enteral, rectal obstruction.
Konsyl Orange Sf Clinical Trials
See Literature
Konsyl Orange Sf Note
Not Applicable
Konsyl Orange Sf Patient Counseling
See Literature