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FiberCon® Labeling
Important: Read all product information before using.
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This is the most current labeling information, and may differ from labels on product packaging. If there are any differences between this website labeling and product package labeling, this website labeling should be regarded as the most current.
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| Active
ingredient (in each caplet) |
Purpose |
| Calcium polycarbophil
625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil..................... |
Bulk-forming
laxative |
| Uses: |
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relieves occasional
constipation to help restore and maintain regularity |
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this product
generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours |
Warnings
| 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 in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting,
or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product,
seek immediate medical attention. |
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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abdominal pain, nausea, or
vomiting |
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a sudden change in bowel
habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks |
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking
any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs.
All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
When using this product
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do not use for more than
7 days unless directed by a doctor |
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do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor |
Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal
bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this
or any other laxative. These could 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.
Directions
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take each dose of this product
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. |
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FiberCon works naturally
so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide
full benefit. Dosage may vary according
to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. |
Dosing Chart
| Age |
Recommended Dose |
Daily Maximum |
| adults and children 12 years of age
and over |
2 caplets once a day |
up to 4 times a day |
| children under 12 years |
consult a physician |
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Other information
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each caplet contains: 140
mg calcium and 10 mg magnesium |
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protect contents from moisture |
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store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) |
Inactive ingredients
caramel, crospovidone, hypromellose,
magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol,
silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate
Questions or Comments?
Call weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM EST at 1-800-282-8805
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