Generic medicine
Ispaghula [Psyllium] Husk
Psyllium Husk is indicated in- Constipation Raised levels of cholesterol Hemorrhoids or piles Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Reduces blood glucose level Psyllium also provides easy bowel movement with smooth stool. So, it is desirable in patients with anal fissures, colon cancer, post anal & rectal surgery and during pregnancy.
Clinical notes
Applications:
N/A
Indication Notes:
Psyllium Husk is indicated in- Constipation Raised levels of cholesterol Hemorrhoids or piles Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) Reduces blood glucose level Psyllium also provides easy bowel movement with smooth stool. So, it is desirable in patients with anal fissures, colon cancer, post anal & rectal surgery and during pregnancy.
Avoid In:
N/A
Contraindication Notes:
Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel.
No significant interaction has been observed with other medicine.
Common side effects are flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction.
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