Citrucel Tablets Prescribing Information
Package insert / product label
Generic name: methylcellulose
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Laxatives
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 19, 2023.
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Indications and Usage for Citrucel Tablets
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- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
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- 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.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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- a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for two weeks
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- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
Citrucel Tablets Dosage and Administration
Take 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.
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Age |
Dose |
Maximum Dose |
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adults & children 12 years of age and over |
start with 2 caplets. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day. |
do not exceed 12 caplets per day |
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children 6 - 11 years of age |
start with 1 caplet. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day. |
do not exceed 6 caplets per day |
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children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
consult a physician |
Other information
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- each caplet contains: calcium 10mg
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- store below 77 oF (25 oC)
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- protect contents from humidity
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- keep tightly closed
Inactive ingredients
crospovidone, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C yellow no. 6 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, povidone, sodium lauryl sulfate
Additional information found on label
TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGE
BOTTLE SEALED WITH PRINTED FOIL UNDER CAP.
DO NOT USE IF FOIL IS MISSING OR BROKEN.
Distributed by:
GSKConsumer Healthcare
Warren, NJ 07059
*When Used As Directed.
**Based On Laboratory Testing.
Individual Results May Vary.
Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies
©2018 GSK or its licensor.
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NDC 0135-0199-01
CITRUCEL
METHYLCELLULOSE FIBER THERAPY FOR IRREGULARITY
Easy Flip Top Cap
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- Gentle and clinically proven effective*
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- Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation
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- Fiber for regularity that won’t cause excess gas**
180 Fiber caplets
105120XC
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methylcellulose tablet |
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| Labeler - GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC (079944263) |
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