Drx Choice Fiber Therapy Methylcellulose 2 G Bulk Forming Laxative

Drx Choice Fiber Therapy Methylcellulose 2 G Bulk Forming Laxative
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SPL
SPL Set ID 56c7f197-f01a-4611-a761-cda18da6eed0
Route
ORAL
Published
Effective Date 2022-08-01
Document Type 34390-5 HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
Methylcellulose (4000 Mpa.s) (2 g)
Inactive Ingredients
Anhydrous Citric Acid Fd&c Yellow No. 6 Maltodextrin Potassium Citrate Silicon Dioxide Sucralose Tricalcium Phosphate

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Color: orange
Marketing Status
OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG Active Since 2022-07-18

Description

Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g

Purpose

Bulk-forming fiber laxative


Medication Information

Purpose

Bulk-forming fiber laxative

Description

Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g

Uses
  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces a bowel movement in 12-72 hours
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.

Directions
  • 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
  • use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity
  • put one dose in a full glass of cold water
  • stir briskly and drink promptly
  • drinking another glass of water is helpful

Age

Dose

adults & children 12 years of age and over

start with 1 rounded tablespoon . Increase as needed, 1 rounded tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day.

children 6 - 11 years of age

start with 2 level teaspoons . Increase as needed, 2 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day.

children under 6 years of age

consult a physician

Active Ingredient

Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g

Other Information
  • each rounded tablespoon contains: calcium 85mg and potassium 125mg
  • each rounded tablespoon contributes 27 calories from maltodextrin
  • store at room temperature
  • protect contents from humidity
  • keep tightly closed
Inactive Ingredients

Anhydrous citric acid, FD&C yellow #6 lake, flavor, maltodextrin, potassium citrate, silica, sucralose, tricalcium phosphate,

Questions Or Comments?

1-866-467-2748

Principal Display Panel

DRx Choice®

Compare to the Active Ingredient in Citrucel ®Powder*

NDC 68163-517-16

Sugar free

Soluble fiber therapy

Methylcellulose Fiber Therapy for Irregularity

  • Gentle and clinically proven effective**
  • Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation

Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas***

Orange Flavor

Naturally & Artificially Flavored

NET WT 16.9 OZ (479g)

Directions for use:

  • Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
  • Measure rounded tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.

**When Used As Directed.

***Based On Laboratory Testing. Individual Results may Vary

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE PRINTED INNER SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING

GLUTEN FREE

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, the distributor of Citrucel ®Powder.

Manufactured By:

Raritan Pharmaceuticals

8 Joana Court,

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If
  • constipation lasts more than 7 days
  • you have rectal bleeding

These could 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 at 1-800-222-1222.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for two weeks
  • abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting

Structured Label Content

Uses
  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces a bowel movement in 12-72 hours
Purpose

Bulk-forming fiber laxative

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.

Directions
  • 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
  • use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity
  • put one dose in a full glass of cold water
  • stir briskly and drink promptly
  • drinking another glass of water is helpful

Age

Dose

adults & children 12 years of age and over

start with 1 rounded tablespoon . Increase as needed, 1 rounded tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day.

children 6 - 11 years of age

start with 2 level teaspoons . Increase as needed, 2 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day.

children under 6 years of age

consult a physician

Active Ingredient (Active ingredient)

Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g

Other Information (Other information)
  • each rounded tablespoon contains: calcium 85mg and potassium 125mg
  • each rounded tablespoon contributes 27 calories from maltodextrin
  • store at room temperature
  • protect contents from humidity
  • keep tightly closed
Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)

Anhydrous citric acid, FD&C yellow #6 lake, flavor, maltodextrin, potassium citrate, silica, sucralose, tricalcium phosphate,

Questions Or Comments? (Questions or comments?)

1-866-467-2748

Principal Display Panel

DRx Choice®

Compare to the Active Ingredient in Citrucel ®Powder*

NDC 68163-517-16

Sugar free

Soluble fiber therapy

Methylcellulose Fiber Therapy for Irregularity

  • Gentle and clinically proven effective**
  • Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation

Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas***

Orange Flavor

Naturally & Artificially Flavored

NET WT 16.9 OZ (479g)

Directions for use:

  • Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
  • Measure rounded tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.

**When Used As Directed.

***Based On Laboratory Testing. Individual Results may Vary

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE PRINTED INNER SEAL IS BROKEN OR MISSING

GLUTEN FREE

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by GSK Consumer Healthcare, the distributor of Citrucel ®Powder.

Manufactured By:

Raritan Pharmaceuticals

8 Joana Court,

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Stop Use and Ask A Doctor If (Stop use and ask a doctor if)
  • constipation lasts more than 7 days
  • you have rectal bleeding

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep Out of Reach of Children. (Keep out of reach of children.)

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have (Ask a doctor before use if you have)
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for two weeks
  • abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting

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