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Konsyl-d Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid 3.4g; per rounded teaspoon; pwd.
Pharmacological Class
Bulk forming.
See Also
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-d Indications
Indications
Constipation.
Konsyl-d 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-d Contraindications
Contraindications
Signs/symptoms of appendicitis. Intestinal obstruction. Fecal impaction.
Konsyl-d Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Konsyl-d Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Rectal bleeding. Diabetes (sugar-containing forms).
Konsyl-d Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Konsyl-d Interactions
Interactions
Tablets block tetracycline absorption (give at least 1hr before or 2hrs after tetracycline).
Konsyl-d Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Esophageal, gastric, enteral, rectal obstruction.
Konsyl-d Clinical Trials
See Literature
Konsyl-d Note
Not Applicable
Konsyl-d Patient Counseling
See Literature
