What is Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture?
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture is a fiber-forming laxative used for occasional constipation and bowel irregularities. Metamucil Orange Texture Smooth may help reduce cholesterol when combined with a low-cholesterol and low-saturated-fat diet. Metamucil's smooth orange texture may be used in other ways not mentioned in the medication guide.
Side effects of Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergy reaction, seek immediate medical attention: difficulty breathing, hives, swelling in your lips, face, throat, or tongue.
Metamucil Orange Texture can cause severe side effects. If you experience:
- Constipation lasting more than seven days
- Rectal bleeding
- Severe stomach pain.
Side effects that may occur from Metamucil Orange Soft Texture include:
- Bloating;
- Minor changes in your bowel habit.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice regarding potential side effects, always contact your physician first. You may also call the FDA's consumer hotline at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report them.
Similar/related drugs
Dicyclomine, MiraLAX, Docusate, Colace, Lactulose, Bisacodyl, and Polyethylene Glycol (3350
Warnings
Please read and follow all instructions listed on your medication's label or package, inform your healthcare providers about any allergies or medical conditions you have and which medicines you are currently taking.
Before you take this drug
If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction, then Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture is not for you.
If you've ever:
- Stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting;
- Trouble swallowing
- A sudden and lasting change in the bowel habit that lasts more than two weeks
The medication may also contain sodium or sugar. If you suffer from diabetes, hypertension, or PKU (phenylketonuria), you should check the label of your medication. You may need a different dose during pregnancy and while nursing. Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture should not be given to children younger than six years of age without consulting a doctor.
How to take Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture?
Follow the instructions on the packaging or those prescribed by your physician. If laxatives are taken too frequently or for too long, they can become habit-forming.Metamucil Orange Smooth texture may cause your throat to swell and cause you to choke if it is not taken with sufficient liquid. To improve regularity, drink plenty of liquids every day. Metamucil Smooth Texture Orange should be taken with 8 ounces of water or any other liquid. Metamucil orange smooth-textured capsules should be taken one at a time. Metamucil orange smooth texture powder should be mixed in liquid prior to use. The dry powder should not be swallowed. Add 8 ounces or more of liquid, such as fruit juice or water. Mix and consume this mix immediately. Pour a bit more water into the glass and swirl it gently. Drink immediately.
Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture produces bowel movements within 12 to 72 hours. Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture should not be taken for more than seven days without consulting a physician. Too much laxative use can cause serious medical issues with the intestines. If your symptoms don't improve or worsen, call your doctor. Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture is only one part of an overall treatment program that includes exercise, diet, and weight management. Please follow your doctor’s advice. Keep the container at room temperature, away from heat and moisture. When not in use, keep the container closed.
What happens if I miss the dose?
Metamucil Orange Soft Texture may be used as needed if you are not on a schedule. If it is almost time to take your next dose, skip any missed doses. Never take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Call 1-800-222-1222 for poison help or seek immediate medical attention.
What should be avoided?
When mixing Metamucil Orange smooth texture powder, avoid breathing the dust. This medicine may cause allergic reactions if inhaled. Avoid eating high-fat or cholesterol-rich foods if you are taking Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture in conjunction with a treatment to lower cholesterol. Otherwise, your treatment may not be effective.
Interaction with other drug
Metamucil's smooth orange texture can cause your body to have a harder time absorbing other medications you swallow, making them potentially less effective. Take any other oral medications 2 hours prior to or 2 hours following the time you are taking this medication. Metamucil's smooth orange texture may be affected by other drugs, such as prescription or over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor of all the medicines you are taking and those that you stop or start using.
