Drug Detail:Citrucel (Methylcellulose [ meth-il-sel-yoo-los ])
Generic Name: METHYLCELLULOSE
Dosage Form: powder, for solution
Drug Class: Laxatives
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- MIX THIS PRODUCT (CHILD OR ADULT DOSE) 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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- use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity
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- put one dose in a full glass of cold water
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- stir briskly and drink promptly
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- drinking another glass of water is helpful
CITRUCEL Orange
Age |
Dose |
adults & children 12 years of age and over |
start with 1 heaping tablespoon. Increase as needed, 1 heaping tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
children 6 - 11 years of age |
start with 2.5 level teaspoons. Increase as needed, 2.5 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
CITRUCEL Sugar Free
Age |
Dose |
adults & children 12 years of age and over |
start with 1 rounded tablespoon. Increase as needed, 1 rounded tablespoon at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
children 6 - 11 years of age |
start with 2 level teaspoons. Increase as needed, 2 level teaspoons at a time, up to 3 times per day. |
children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |