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Metamucil Capsules Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Psyllium husk 0.52g; per cap; contains potassium.
Pharmacological Class
Bulk forming.
See Also
How Supplied
Pwd—48, 72, 114, 180, 220 doses; Pwd packets—30; Wafers—24; Caps—100, 160, 300; Caps + calcium—75, 120
Manufacturer
Metamucil Capsules Indications
Indications
Constipation.
Metamucil Capsules Dosage and Administration
Adult
3.4g of powder in 8oz liquid, or 2 wafers or 5 caps with 8oz liquid 1–3 times daily, or 5 caps plus calcium with 8oz liquid up to 4 times daily. Drink 8 more ounces of liquid after powder. Results in 12–72 hours.
Children
<6yrs: not recommended. 6–11yrs (use powder or wafer): 1.7g of powder in 8oz liquid, or 1 wafer with 8oz liquid 1–3 times daily. Drink 8 more ounces of liquid after powder.
Metamucil Capsules Contraindications
Contraindications
Signs/symptoms of appendicitis. Intestinal obstruction. Fecal impaction. Dysphagia.
Metamucil Capsules Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Metamucil Capsules Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Rectal bleeding. Esophageal narrowing. Diabetes (sugar-containing forms).
Metamucil Capsules Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Metamucil Capsules Interactions
Interactions
Separate dosing by at least 2 hours from other medications.
Metamucil Capsules Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Esophageal, gastric, enteral, rectal obstruction.
Metamucil Capsules Clinical Trials
See Literature
Metamucil Capsules Note
Not Applicable
Metamucil Capsules Patient Counseling
See Literature
