Citrucel Food Pack(Oral)
Methylcellulose is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.
Methylcellulose is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.
Methylcellulose may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)?
如果你都不应该把甲基纤维素ergic to it.
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;
- 吞咽困难;
- stomach pain with nausea or vomiting;
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts 2 weeks or longer; or
- if you have been constipated for more than 1 week.
This medicine may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using methylcellulose if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
Ask your doctor before taking methylcellulose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old without medical advice.
Side Effects
What are the side effects ofCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)?
Get emergency medical help if you have any of thesesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- severe stomach cramps, rectal bleeding; or
- no bowel movement within 3 days after using methylcellulose.
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.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
Ask your doctor before taking methylcellulose if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)?
UseCitrucel Food Pack(Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Methylcellulose is usually taken 1 to 3 times per day. Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Overuse of a laxative may cause damage to the nerves, muscles, or tissues in your intestines.
Methylcellulose is a powder medicine that must be mixed with a full glass (8 ounces) of cold water or other liquid. Drink all of the mixture, and then drink one more glass of water.
Taking methylcellulose without enough liquid may cause the powder to swell in your throat and cause choking, especially in older adults.
Seek emergency medical attention if you have chest pain, vomiting, trouble swallowing, or trouble breathing after taking this medicine.
You should have a bowel movement within 12 hours to 3 days.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 3 days of treatment.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Since methylcellulose is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.Do notuse extra medicine to make up the missed dose.