Drug Detail:Citrucel (Methylcellulose [ meth-il-sel-yoo-los ])
Drug Class: Laxatives
Active ingredient CITRUCEL Orange
(in each heaping tablespoon)
Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g
Active ingredient CITRUCEL Sugar Free
(in each rounded tablespoon)
Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 2g
Indications and Usage for Citrucel
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- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
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- generally produces a bowel movement in 12-72 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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- a sudden change in bowel habits that persists for two weeks
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- abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting
Citrucel Dosage and Administration
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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
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Age |
Dose |
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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. |
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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. |
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children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
CITRUCEL Sugar Free
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Age |
Dose |
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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. |
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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. |
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children under 6 years of age |
consult a physician |
Other information (Citrucel Orange)
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- each heaping tablespoon contains: calcium 80 mg and potassium 105mg
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- each heaping tablespoon contributes 60 calories from sucrose and maltodextrin
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- store below 77°F (25°C)
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- protect contents from humidity
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- keep tightly closed
Other information (Citrucel Sugar Free)
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- each rounded tablespoon contains: calcium 80 mg and potassium 115 mg
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- each rounded tablespoon contributes 24 calories from maltodextrin
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- store below 77°F (25°C)
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- protect contents from humidity
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- keep tightly closed
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- Phenylketonurics: CONTAINS PHENYLALANINE 52mg per adult dose
Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Orange)
citric acid, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C yellow #6 lake, maltodextrin, orange flavors (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, riboflavin, sucrose, titanium dioxide, tricalcium phosphate
Inactive ingredients (Citrucel Sugar Free)
aspartame, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C yellow #6 lake, malic acid, maltodextrin, orange flavors (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, riboflavin
Questions or comments? (Citrucel Orange)
call toll-free 1-800-897-6081
Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.
Distributed by:
GSK Consumer Healthcare
Warren, NJ 07059
© 2020 GSK group of companies or its licensor.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (NO SCOOP DOSING):
1. Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
2. Measure heaping tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.
Questions or comments? (Citrucel Sugar Free)
call toll-free 1-800-897-6081
Trademarks are owned by or licensed to the GSK group of companies.
Distributed by:
GSK Consumer Healthcare
Warren, NJ 07059
©2020 GSK or licensor.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE (NO SCOOP DOSING):
1. Fill glass with at least 8 oz. of cold water.
2. Measure rounded tablespoon of product (one dose) and stir product into water. Stir briskly and drink promptly.
Principal Display Panel
NDC 0135-0089-69
Great Taste
CITRUCEL
METHYLCELLULOSE FIBER THERAPY FOR IRREGULARITY
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- Gentle and clinically proven effective*
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- Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation
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- Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas**
orange FLAVOR
NET WT 16 OZ (454 GRAMS)
Great Tasting
CITRUCEL Orange
Citrucel offers these great benefits:
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- Gentle and clinically proven effective to help relieve occasional constipation*
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- Fiber that won't ferment to cause excess gas **
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- 100% Soluble, gluten-free, non-allergenic fiber
- *When Used As Directed.
- **Based On Laboratory Testing. Individual Results May Vary.
TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGE
DO NOT USE IF FOIL SEAL IS MISSING OR BROKEN.
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Principal Display Panel
NDC 0135-0090-74
Great Taste
CITRUCEL
METHYLCELLULOSE FIBER THERAPY FOR IRREGULARITY
- •
- Gentle and clinically proven effective*
- •
- Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation
- •
- Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas**
sugar free ORANGE FLAVOR
NET WT 32 OZ (907 GRAMS)
Great Tasting Orange Flavor
CITRUCEL Sugar Free
Citrucel offers these great benefits:
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- Gentle and clinically proven effective to help relieve occasional constipation*
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- Fiber that won't ferment to cause excess gas**
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- 100% Soluble, gluten-free, and non-allergenic fiber
- *When Used As Directed.
- **Based On Laboratory Testing. Individual Results May Vary.
TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGE
DO NOT USE IF FOIL SEAL IS MISSING OR BROKEN.
5M245
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| Labeler - GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (US) LLC (079944263) |
