Fybogel

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Generic name:Ispaghula
Product name: Fybogel

Can help relieve constipation and maintain bowel regularity.

Your doctor will be able to advise whether this product is appropriate for you. Consult your doctor before taking a drug or a supplement.

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Fybogel is made of a natural substance called Ispaghula husk, which has a large capacity of water absorption. When taken orally, it goes in the colon without being absorbed into the bloodstream. Once in the colon, it attracts and absorbs water, which helps to soften the stool. Good bacteria that live in the colon that feed as Ispaghula and their increasing number also help to make the stool softer and easier to remove.

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Dose information

Fybogel powder should always be mixed with water and taken as a drink right away. Available in regular or orange flavour. Blowing agents such as the Fybogel are acceptable only for a long term use of laxatives.

Mix with water that follows and take immediately, preferably after meals:

Adults and children > 12 years: -1 package morning and evening. Kids <12> -1/2 bag morning and evening. Kids < 6=""> -consult a physician before using the Fybogel children aged less than 6 years.

Always read the label. If you have questions about the correct way to use this product, please ask your doctor. Individual results may vary.

Contraindications

Bowel obstruction. Atony of colon (for example: senile megacolon). Known hypersensitivity to ispaghula, aspartame or saccharin sodium.

Specific considerations

Phenylketonurics should be alerted that Fybogel is sweetened with a product that contains phenylalanine.

Pregnancy and lactation

Ispaghula husk is not absorbed in the system Fybogel is safe for use in pregnancy and lactation.

If you have any questions, please contact your doctor.

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Unscheduled.?Fybogel is a complementary medicine or medicine listed in Australia.

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Fybogel may cause:

Abdominal discomfort;Flatulence.

These effects are most often seen initially and decrease as the patient adjusts to the product.

Diarrhea can be seen if excessive doses are taken.

Allergies to the ingredients in this product may still grow. Typical allergic symptoms include:

Seek emergency medical if you experience:

Severe swelling;?Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.

If you experience symptoms that appear unusual or abnormal, please inform your doctor.

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Please note that the product information, including information such as what a product should be used for, how it works, the dosage and side effects relevant is created by the company that makes the product. For registered medicines, product information is carefully validated by the authority of the Australian health, Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). However, for complementary medicine Product Information is not systematically checked by the TGA. It is therefore important that you do not take any complementary medicine without first talking to your doctor.

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