Psyllium Husk
RADIGEL NATURAL
Psyllium Husk
RADIGEL NATURAL
Radigel Psyllium Husk (Refined) – Natural Flavored
Each spoonful (3.5g) of Radigel Natural contains 3.5g Psyllium husk as an active ingredient. When the husk is mixed with water it forms a thick gel that helps to relieve constipation & regularize bowel.
- Sugar free
- Gluten free (can be taken by celiac disease patient)
- Non-genetically modified
Indication & Use
- Constipation
- Raised levels of cholesterol
- Hemorrhoids or piles
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Reduces blood glucose level
Psyllium also provides easy bowel movement with smooth stool. So, it is desirable in patients with anal fissures, colon cancer, post anal & rectal surgery and during pregnancy.
Dosage
Usual dose: 1 spoonful of Radigel Natural 1-3 times daily or as per doctor’s advice.
Adults and children over 12 years: 1 spoonful of Radigel Natural with water 2 times daily or as per doctor’s advice.
Children 6 to 12 years: ½ to 1 spoonful of Radigel Natural with water depending on age and weight, in the morning and at bedtime or as per doctor’s advice.
Children below 6 years: Not recommended except as directed by the physician.
Radigel Natural should be taken after meals. An additional glass of water is helpful after taking Radigel Natural.
Side Effect
Flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction.
Contradication
Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel.
Drug Interaction
No significant interaction has been observed with other medicine.
Storage
Store in a cool & dry place (below 30°C), and protect from light & moisture.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packs
Box containing 120g natural flavor formulated Psyllium husk in a plastic container with a dose-measuring spoon.
How to prepare?
Take one spoonful of Radigel with the provided spoon.
Put Radigel husk into an empty glass.
Fill glass with water (150 ml or 2/3 of the glass), stir & drink as quickly as possible.
Why should you take?
Psyllium is a mild laxative & it contains 80% soluble fibre. The main chemical ingredient of psyllium is mucilage; very useful in chronic constipation, piles or hemorrhoids & colon cancer. It has also soothing effects on the gastric & intestinal mucosa and hence effective in gastric irritation and ulceration. Psyllium also lowers serum cholesterol levels (LDL) & reduces blood glucose that are suitable for obese & diabetic patients.