Pectin

Usage of Pectin

Pectin is used to help with loose stools. It also helps to lessen heartburn.

Before taking Pectin

  • Always check with your doctor before you use a natural product. Some products may not mix well with drugs or other natural products.

  • This product may interfere with some lab tests. Be sure to talk with your doctor about this and all drugs you are taking.

  • Be sure to tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breastfeeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this natural product.

  • Take extra care if you are taking certain drugs that lower your cholesterol called “statins”, such as simvastatin (Zocor), pravastatin (Pravachol), or atorvastatin (Lipitor)

  • Take extra care if you are allergic to cashews or pistachios.

  • Take extra care and check with your doctor if you have:

  • Constipation

  • Heart problems

  • Asthma

    • How to use Pectin

  • Acide Pectinique
  • Acide Pectique
  • Apple Pectin
  • Citrus Pectin
  • Fruit Pectin
  • Grapefruit Pectin
  • Lemon Pectin
  • MCP
  • Modified Citrus Pectin
  • Pectina
  • Pectine
  • Pectine de Citron
  • Pectine de Fruit
  • Pectine de Pamplemousse
  • Pectine de Pomme
  • Pectine d’Agrume
  • Pectine d’Agrume Modifiée
  • Pectinic Acid

    • Warnings

  • Signs of a very bad reaction. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; seizures; or swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat. Go to the ER right away.

  • Very bad loose stools

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