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Psyllium

For relief of occasional constipation (regularity)

Medication guideLabel updated 2025-12-08

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Drug facts

Used for
For relief of occasional constipation (regularity)
How to take it
Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid.
Do not take if

How to take it

Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough fluid may cause choking. See choking warnings.

Side effects, and when to stop

  • you experience rectal bleeding or you fail to have a bowel movement as these may be signs of a serious condition.

Who should not take it

  • when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor.
  • If constipation lasts more than seven days
  • If you have difficulty swallowing

What to say before you start

  • notices a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of two weeks

Warnings

Allergy alert: As with any natural grain product, inhaled or ingested psyllium powder may cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to psyllium.

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.

Keeping it away from children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222

Active Ingredient (in each dose)

Psyllium Hydrophilic Mucilloid 6 grams

Use

For relief of occasional constipation and to induce regularity. Generally produces bowel movements within 12-72 hours.

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Psyllium; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/psyllium

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Psyllium. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/psyllium

AMA 11th

Psyllium. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/psyllium

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