Metamucil

Metamucil powder is an over-the-counter medication used to treat constipation and may also be used as a dietary supplement.

Approximately 3.4 grams of psyllium husk in each tablespoon of powder

Metamucil Orange Smooth powder

Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose

Metamucil Sugar Free Orange Smooth powder

Aspartame, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Maltodextrin, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor

Metamucil Sugar Free Pink Lemonade Smooth powder

Acesulfame Potassium, Aspartame, Citric Acid, FD&C Red No. 40, Maltodextrin, Natural Flavor

Metamucil Sugar Free Berry Smooth powder

Acesulfame Potassium, Artificial Flavor, Aspartame, Citric Acid, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, Malic Acid, Maltodextrin

Metamucil Sugar Free Original Smooth powder

Citric Acid, Maltodextrin

Metamucil Orange Coarse powder

Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose

Metamucil Original Coarse powder

Sucrose

Orange Fiber Singles

Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor, Sucrose

Orange Sugar Free Fiber Singles

Aspartame, Citric Acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Maltodextrin, Natural and Artificial Orange Flavor

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 swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.

Allergy alert: This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.

Ask a doctor before use if you have:

• A sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks
• Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting

Stop use and ask a doctor if:

• Constipation lasts more than 7 days
• Rectal bleeding occurs

These may 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 (1-800-222-1222).

Metamucil POWDER, for use as a laxative:

• Adults 12 years and older: take 1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
  • Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
  • Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
  • New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.

Metamucil POWDER, for use as a fiber supplement:

For adults 12 years and older, take:

• 1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement
• 1 rounded TEASPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health
• NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.

Metamucil Orange and Original COARSE FIBER Powder, for use as a laxative:

• Adults 12 years and older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
  • Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
  • Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
  • New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.

Metamucil Orange and Original COARSE FIBER Powder, for use as a fiber supplement:

Adults 12 years and older:

• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement
• 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health

Metamucil SINGLES (powder in a packet), for use as a laxative:

• Adults 12 years and older: 1 packet in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12 to 72 hours.
  • Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
  • Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
  • New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.

Metamucil SINGLES (powder in a packet), for use as a fiber supplement:

Adults 12 years and older:

• 1 packet in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement.
• 1 packet in 8 oz of liquid 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health.
• NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.

Metamucil POWDER, for use as a laxative:

• For those 6-11 years old, take 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
• If under 6 years of age, talk to your doctor.

Metamucil POWDER, for use as a fiber supplement:

If under 12 years of age, talk to a doctor.

Metamucil Orange and Original COARSE FIBER Powder, for use as a laxative:

• 6-11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
  • Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
  • Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
  • New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
• Under 6 years: Consult a doctor.

Metamucil Orange and Original COARSE FIBER Powder, for use as a fiber supplement:

• Under 12 years: Consult a doctor.

Metamucil SINGLES (powder in a packet), for use as a laxative:

• 6 to 11 years: 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily.
  • Put one dose into an empty glass. 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. Stir briskly and drink promptly. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir.
  • Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
  • New Users: Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
• Under 6 years: Consult a doctor.

Metamucil SINGLES (powder in a packet), for use as a laxative:

Under 12 years: consult a doctor. See mixing directions in Therapy for Regularity Directions.

NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid. Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.

Metamucil Orange Smooth powder

• Each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Sugar Free Orange Smooth powder:

• Each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE, 25 mg per teaspoon
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Sugar Free Pink Lemonade Smooth powder and Metamucil Sugar Free Berry Smooth powder:

• Each teaspoon contains: potassium 35 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE, 19 mg per teaspoon
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Sugar Free Original Smooth powder:

• Each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Orange Coarse powder:

• Each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Original Coarse powder:

• Each teaspoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• Store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity.
• See bottom of canister for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber

Metamucil Orange Smooth and Sugar Free Orange Fiber Singles:

• Each packet contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg.
• PHENYLKETONURICS: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE, 25 mg per packet
• See side of carton and individual packets for expiration date.
• Contains 100% natural, therapeutic fiber