Metamucil Powder, Berry Burst Sugar Free 23.3 oz (660 g) Facts:
| | Supplement Facts | | Serving Size: | 1 rounded teaspoon | | Servings Per Container: | 114 |  | | Amount per Serving |  |  | | Calories Total | 20 |  | | Amount per Serving | % Daily Value+ |  |  | | Sodium | 5 mg | |  | | Potassium | 30 mg | |  | | Total Carbohydrate | 5 g | |  | | Dietary fiber | 3 g | |  | | Soluble fiber | 2 g | |  | | Sugars | 0 g | |  | | % Daily Value |  |  | | Iron | 0.8 mg | |  | | Potassium | 30 mg | |  |
| * Daily Value not established. |
| + Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. |
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Indications
| Fiber Supplement Information for Cholesterol Lowering and Heart Health: Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that includes 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamusil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult dose of Metamusil has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
Effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity.
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Warnings
| 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.
Allergy alert: this product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
Each teaspoon contains:
- potassium 30mg
- sodium 5mg
- phenylketonurics: contains phenylalanine 16mg per teaspoon
Ask a doctor before use if you have: a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks. Abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting.
Stop use and ask a doctor if constipation lasts more than 7 days. rectal bleeding occurs. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away.
Do not use if inner seal us broken or missing. |
Active Ingredients: Psyllium Husk
Inactive Ingredients: Maltodextrin, Natural & Artificial Flavor, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Acesulfame Potassium, Aspartame, FD&C Red 40, FD&C Blue 1 |
too sweet, has aspartame tasteby amy![[Verified Reviewer] [Verified Reviewer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vr.gif) in nyc on 9/23/09 Pros: Deconstipates, Easy to use, Keeps you regular, No Side Effects Cons: Globs, Hard To Take, Too sweet Describe Yourself: Age 23, Athletic, Average Health Best Uses: Daily Use, Taken regularly, Traveling Bottom Line: recommended | it worksby an average mom![[Verified Buyer] [Verified Buyer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vp.gif) in japan on 6/7/09 Pros: No Side Effects Describe Yourself: Average Health Best Uses: Daily Use Bottom Line: recommended | yummy!by nema![[Verified Reviewer] [Verified Reviewer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vr.gif) in Chicago, IL on 1/25/09 Best Uses: Daily Use Bottom Line: recommended | this product is greatby lala![[Verified Reviewer] [Verified Reviewer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vr.gif) in newark,nj on 1/19/09 Pros: No Side Effects Describe Yourself: Average Health Best Uses: Daily Use Bottom Line: recommended | I would keep buying this productby SeniorLass![[Verified Reviewer] [Verified Reviewer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vr.gif) in Florida on 11/18/08 Pros: No Side Effects Describe Yourself: Mid 60s Best Uses: Daily Use Bottom Line: recommended | This flavor is my ...by Venesa![[Verified Reviewer] [Verified Reviewer]](http://a216.g.akamai.net/f/216/580/1d/www.drugstore.com/img/custreviews/badge_vr.gif) in Maryville, TN on 4/6/08 | For Cholesterol Lowering and Heart Health: Adults 12 yrs. and older; 1 rounded teaspoon in 8 oz of liquid three times daily. Under 12 yrs-consult a doctor. See mixing instructions in drug facts. NOTICE Take this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing. Read entire label, including warnings.
Fiber Supplement information: Put one dose into an empty glass. 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 liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir. Adults 12 years and older- one rounded teaspoon in 8oz. of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produced effect in 12-72 hours. 6-11 years - 1/2 adult dose in 8oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily. Under 6 years - consult a doctor.
Laxatives, including bulk fibers may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
New users: start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
See bottom for expiration date. Contains a 100% natural therapeutic fiber.
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