Farmberry 3.5 gm/5.4 gm (Effervescent Powder)

120 gm container: ৳ 450.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Ispaghula husk psyllium
Company Albion laboratories limited

Indications

  • Constipation
  • Raised levels of cholesterol
  • Hemorrhoids or piles
  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Reduces blood glucose level
  • Easy bowel movement with smooth stool
  • Desirable in patients with anal fissures
  • Desirable in patients with colon cancer
  • Desirable in patients post anal & rectal surgery
  • Desirable in pregnant patients

Composition

  • 3.5 gm Psyllium husk per spoonful

Description

  • Psyllium Husk is a mild laxative
  • Contains 80% soluble fibre
  • Main chemical ingredient: Mucilage
  • Useful in chronic constipation, piles or hemorrhoids, and colon cancer
  • Soothing effects on the gastric & intestinal mucosa
  • Effective in gastric irritation and ulceration
  • Lowers serum cholesterol levels (LDL)
  • Reduces blood glucose level
  • Suitable for obese & diabetic patients

Dosage

  • Usual dose: 1-3 spoonfuls daily or as per doctor's advice
  • Adults and children over 12 years: 1 spoonful 2 times daily or as per doctor's advice
  • Children 6 to 12 years: ½ to 1 spoonful with water in morning and at bedtime
  • Children below 6 years: Not recommended except as directed by the physician
  • Additional glass of water is helpful after taking this gel

Administration

  • Take one spoonful with the provided spoon
  • Put this husk into an empty glass
  • Fill glass with water (150 ml) stir & drink immediately

Interaction

  • No significant interaction with other medicines

Contraindications

  • Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel

Side Effects

  • Common: Flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction

Therapeutic Class

  • Bulk-forming laxatives
  • Herbal and Nutraceuticals

Storage Conditions

  • Store in a cool and dry place
  • Keep out of reach of children

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