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Unifiber Disease Interactions

There are 3 disease interactions with Unifiber (cellulose).

Major

Bulk producing laxatives (applies to Unifiber) intestinal obstruction

Major Potential Hazard, High plausibility. Applicable conditions: Gastrointestinal Obstruction

The use of bulk producing laxatives is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction or fecal impaction. Bulk producing laxatives can exacerbate these conditions.

References

  1. "Product Information. FiberCon (polycarbophil)." Lederle Laboratories PROD (2001):
  2. "Product Information. Metamucil (psyllium)." Procter and Gamble Pharmaceuticals PROD (2001):
  3. "Product Information. Unifiber (cellulose)." Niche Pharmaceuticals Inc PROD (2001):
Major

Laxatives (applies to Unifiber) inflammatory bowel disease

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility.

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Patients with inflammatory bowel disease may experience colonic perforation with use of stimulant laxatives.

References

  1. "Product Information. Dulcolax (bisacodyl)." Ciba Self-Medication Inc PROD (2001):
  2. "Product Information. Fleet Bisacodyl (bisacodyl)." Fleet PROD
  3. "Product Information. Kondremul Plain (mineral oil)." Bristol-Myers Squibb PROD
  4. "Product Information. Neoloid (castor oil)." Paddock Laboratories Inc PROD (2001):
  5. "Product Information. SenoSol-X (senna)." Apothecon Inc (2022):
  6. "Product Information. Suprep Bowel Prep Kit (magnesium/potassium/sodium sulfates)." Braintree Laboratories (2010):
View all 6 references
Major

Laxatives (applies to Unifiber) intestinal obstruction disorders

Major Potential Hazard, Moderate plausibility. Applicable conditions: Gastrointestinal Obstruction

The use of laxatives is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction disorders. Patients with intestinal obstruction disorders may need their underlying condition treated to correct the constipation. Some laxatives require reduction in the colon to their active form to be effective which may be a problem in patients with intestinal obstruction.

References

  1. "Product Information. Dulcolax (bisacodyl)." Ciba Self-Medication Inc PROD (2001):
  2. "Product Information. Fleet Bisacodyl (bisacodyl)." Fleet PROD
  3. "Product Information. Kondremul Plain (mineral oil)." Bristol-Myers Squibb PROD
  4. "Product Information. Fleet Mineral Oil Enema (mineral oil)." Fleet PROD (2001):
  5. "Product Information. Citrucel (methylcellulose)." SmithKline Beecham PROD (2001):
  6. "Product Information. Fleet Babylax (glycerin)." Alcon Laboratories Inc PROD (2001):
  7. "Product Information. SenoSol-X (senna)." Apothecon Inc (2022):
  8. "Product Information. Suprep Bowel Prep Kit (magnesium/potassium/sodium sulfates)." Braintree Laboratories (2010):
View all 8 references

Unifiber drug interactions

There are 4 drug interactions with Unifiber (cellulose).

Unifiber alcohol/food interactions

There is 1 alcohol/food interaction with Unifiber (cellulose).

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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