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CALCIUM POLYCARBOPHIL

Standard Dose
DIRECTIONS Take each dose of this product 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). This product works naturally so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide full benefit. Dosage may vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. Age Recommended Daily maximum adults & children 12 years of age and over 2 caplets once a day up to 4 times a day children under 12 years consult a physician
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
USES relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Summary

Indications and usage USES relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours Dosage and administration DIRECTIONS Take each dose of this product 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).

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage USES relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours Dosage and administration DIRECTIONS Take each dose of this product 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). This product works naturally so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide full benefit. Dosage may vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. Age Recommended Daily maximum adults & children 12 years of age and over 2 caplets once a day up to 4 times a day children under 12 years consult a physician Warnings and cautions Choking Warning: 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. Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work. When using this product do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor do not take more than 8 tablets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. 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.

Monitoring

  • Choking Warning: 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.
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.