Directions
Dosages Adolescents & Adults (> 13 years): Mix 1/2 tablespoon (4.5 g) twice daily with 270 ml of liquid. Stir briskly and drink immediately. Maintain adequate fluid intake. Take 2 hours before or after taking other Health Products. Effects observed 12-24 hours after first dose, and may take 2-3 days.
Risk Information
Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner if symptoms worsen or if laxative effect does not occur within seven days. Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner immediately if you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product. Consult a health Wellness-Care practitioner prior to use if you have symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting or fever (as these could be signs of abnormal constrictions of the gastrointestinal tract, diseases of the oesophagus and/or the superior opening of the stomach (cardia), potential or existing intestinal blockage, paralysis of the intestine, megacolon, fecal impaction, inflamed bowel or appendicitis), or if you are taking Health Products which inhibit peristaltic movement. Do not use if you have difficulty swallowing, if you have diabetes mellitus in which blood sugar is difficult to regulate, or if you are experiencing a sudden change in bowel habits that has persisted for more than 2 weeks, undiagnosed rectal bleeding, or failure to defecate following the use of another laxative product. Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur following inhaled and/or ingested psyllium; in which case, discontinue use. May cause temporary gas and/or bloating.
