Essential Fibers

Mucilaginous laxative to gently relieve constipation and/or irregularity and facilitate intestinal evacuation. Made from Plantago ovata, a mucilage that swells on contact with water, traditionally used to facilitate intestinal evacuation, while absorbing mucus and toxins. 

NPN: 80095063

Size: 350 g

Ideal for...

• Regulator

• Eliminatory beverage 

• Basic essential 

Benefits

• Gently relieve constipation and/or irregularity

• Facilitates intestinal evacuation

Ingredients

• Medicinal ingredients: Each teaspoon contains 2 500 mg of plantago ovata (psyllium) husks.

• Non-medicinal ingredients: Hibiscus sabdariffa flower, Elm bark powder and Beet fiber. 

Posology & Instructions for use 

• Oral Adolescents 13 - 17 years old: 1 teaspoon - 2 times per day. Wait a few hours before and after taking other medications or natural health products. Effects observed within 12 to 24 hours after the first dose and sometimes after 2 to 3 days. For each gram of psyllium, mix with 30 ml of liquid (water, milk, fruit juice or any other similar beverage). Shake vigorously and drink immediately. Drink enough liquids. 

• Oral Adults 18 years old & over: 1 teaspoon - 2 times per day. Wait a few hours before and after taking other medications or natural health products. Effects observed within 12 to 24 hours after the first dose and sometimes after 2 to 3 days. For each gram of psyllium, mix with 30 ml of liquid (water, milk, fruit juice or any other similar beverage). Shake vigorously and drink immediately. Drink enough fluid.

• Cautions and warnings: Consult a health professional if symptoms worsen or if constipation persists after 7 days of use. Consult a health professional before using if you experience symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or vomiting. fever (since these symptoms may be signs of other severe conditions). Consult a health professional immediately if you have chest pain, vomiting, or have difficulty swallowing or breathing after taking this medicine.

• Known adverse reactions: Discontinue use if hypersensitivity / allergy develops. May cause flatulence and / or bloating.

• Contraindications: Do not use this product if you have noticed changes in your bowel habits for more than 2 weeks, if you have undiagnosed rectal bleeding, or if you have not been defecated by taking another laxative. Do not use this product if you have diabetes mellitus characterized by blood glucose levels that are difficult to regulate. Do not use if you have trouble swallowing. 

Recipe ideas with fiber 

• 3 essential drinks

Note

• It's important to drink after the fibers have set, to allow the gel to form. When starting out, you can begin to get used to it with half a spoon at first. 

Maison Jacynthe is relieved of all responsibilities. All of the information contained on this page does not seek to substitute a justified allopathic treatment or dismiss the expertise of the medical profession. It is up to each individual to take charge of his health, to inform himself and make the necessary changes to improve his condition. Therapeutic supervision by a qualified health professional is obviously suggested.