ISPAGHULA HUSK
Indications : Constipation Category : Bulk forming Laxative. Cautions Adequate fluid intake should be maintained to avoid intestinal obstruction—it may be necessary to supervise elderly or debilitated patients or those with intestinal narrowing or decreased motility. Contra-indications : difficulty in swallowing, intestinal obstruction, colonic atony, faecal impaction Side-effects Flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction or impaction; hypersensitivity reported Counseling Preparations that swell in contact with liquid should always be carefully swallowed with water and should not be taken immediately before going to bed.