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Onelax Fiber Therapy

Name of the generic: psyllium [SIL-ee-um]  “SIL-ee-um”
Brand names: Daily Fiber Sugar-Free Konsyl, Konsyl Sugar-Free Orange With Stevia Konsyl Orange, Metamucil
Drug class: laxatives

What is Onelax Fiber Therapy?

Onelax Fiber Therapy is an effective, large-scale fiber-based laxative that can be used to treat constipation or irregular bowel movements. Onelax Fiber Therapy can aid in lowering cholesterol when it is taken in conjunction with a healthy diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol.

Side effects of Onelax Fiber Therapy

See a doctor immediately. Get medical attention immediately if you notice symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction, such as hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, and tongue.

Onelax fiber therapy could cause serious adverse side effects. Stop taking Onelax Fiber Therapy and call your physician immediately. If you suffer from:

  • Constipation lasting longer than seven consecutive days
  • Bleeding from the rectal or
  • Severe stomach pain.

Common adverse consequences associated with Onelax Fiber Therapy may include:

  • Bloating; or
  • Minor changes in your bowel habits

This isn't an exhaustive list of possible side effects, and others could happen. Contact your doctor for advice regarding medical effects. You can report adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Follow all the instructions on the label of your medication and the package. Inform your health professionals about your medical ailments and allergies, as well as any medications you take.

Before you take this drug

It is not recommended to consume Onelax Fiber Therapy if you have ever experienced an allergic reaction to it.

Speak with a pharmacist or doctor to determine if onelax fiber therapy is safe to use if you've previously experienced:

  • Stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting;
  • Difficulty swallowing; or
  • A sudden change in the way you eat that lasts more than 2 weeks

The medicine could include sodium, sugar, or phenylalanine. Be sure to check the label on your medication for any indications of the condition of diabetes, high blood pressure, phenylketonuria (PKU), or following a diet that is low in salt. Consult a physician prior to taking this medicine if you are breastfeeding or pregnant. Your dose needs might differ when you are pregnant or breastfeeding.  Avoid giving Onelax Fiber Therapy to a child who is younger than 6 years old without a medical recommendation.

How to take Onelax Fiber Therapy?

Follow exactly the instructions on the label or as directed by your physician. Laxatives could become habit-forming when they are utilized for a long time. Onelax Fiber Therapy may cause swelling in your throat, causing a choke if you don't drink it in sufficient liquid. Take plenty of liquids throughout the day to improve the regularity of your bowels. Drink Onelax Fiber Therapy using the full glass (at least 8 ounces) in water or another liquid.

Take Onelax Fiber Therapy capsules one at a time. Onelax Fiber Therapy powder must be mixed with liquid prior to consumption. Do not ingest the powder in its dry form. Mix it with at least 8 ounces of liquid, like water or the juice of a fruit. Mix well and drink it immediately. Add an additional splash of water to the glass, stir slowly, and then drink immediately. Onelax fiber therapy typically results in the bowel moving within 12 to 72 hours.

Do not use Onelax Fiber Therapy for longer than seven consecutive days without consulting a physician. If you use a laxative frequently or for a long time, it could cause serious health problems for your digestive tract. Contact your physician if your symptoms don't improve or if they become worse.

Onelax Fiber Therapy may be only a small part of a program of treatment that includes exercise, diet, and weight loss. Follow the instructions of your physician carefully. Keep the container at room temperature, far from heat and moisture. Make sure the container is tightly sealed when not being used.

What happens if I miss the dose?

Because Onelax Fiber Therapy is used whenever needed, you may not be on a regular dosing schedule. Don't miss a dose when it's time to take the next dose. Don't take two doses in one go,

What happens if I overdose?

For medical emergencies, seek emergency medical attention or contact for help at the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.

What should be avoided?

Be careful not to breathe in the dust of Onelax Fiber Therapy powder when mixing. Inhaling the dust from this medicine powder could cause an allergic reaction.

If you're taking Onelax Fiber Therapy as part of a cholesterol reduction treatment plan, be sure to avoid foods that have high levels of cholesterol or fat, or your treatment may not be as effective.

Interaction with other drug

Onelax Fiber Therapy may cause the body's system to take in any other medications you take orally and could make them less efficient. If you're taking any oral medications, you should take them two hours prior to or two hours after taking this drug.

Other medications may impact Onelax Fiber Therapy, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Discuss with your physician all your medications currently in use as well as any medications you are about to start or stop taking.