Fiber Laxative

Generic name: Polycarbophil
Drug class: Laxatives

Usage of Fiber Laxative

Fiber Laxative is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.

Fiber Laxative is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.

Fiber Laxative may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Fiber Laxative side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Fiber Laxative may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe stomach cramps, rectal bleeding; or

no bowel movement within 3 days after using Fiber Laxative.

Common side effects of Fiber Laxative may include:

mild stomach pain;

bloating; or

gas.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Fiber Laxative

You should not use Fiber Laxative if you are allergic to Fiber Laxative or to mineral oil, sodium laurel sulfate, or povidone (such as Betadine).

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use this medicine if you have other medical conditions, especially:

irritable bowel syndrome;

trouble swallowing;

stomach pain with nausea or vomiting;

a blockage in your intestines;

a history of bleeding from your rectum;

a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts 2 weeks or longer; or

if you have been constipated for more than 1 week.

Ask your doctor before taking Fiber Laxative if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

This medicine may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before taking Fiber Laxative if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Do not give this medicine to a young child without the advice of a doctor.

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Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Fiber Laxative

Other drugs may interact with polycarbophil, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use now and any medicine you start or stop using.

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