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Metamucil Smooth TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: psyllium husk powder

Brand name

(ARTG)

: METAMUCIL ORANGE SMOOTH psyllium husk powder 535mg/g jar

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Management of chronic constipation; constipation in irritable bowel syndrome; as adjunctive therapy in diverticular disease; in the bowel management of patients with haemorrhoids; and for constipation during pregnancy, convalescence and senility. New Indication as at 14 April 2002: Diets low in saturated fat and cholestrol that include 7 grams of soluble fibre from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may lower cholesterol levels. Reductions in cholesterol may contribute to reducing the risk of heart disease. New Indications 24 June 2008: To restore and maintain regularity. To help lower cholesterol levels.,Metamucil improves your health in 5 ways:,1. Is a daily cleanser for your insides,2. Assists in body's natural toxin removal process due to its cleansing effect,3. Feel lighter,4. Feel more active,5. Maintains healthy cholesterol levels

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Oral Liquid, powder for
  • Oral
  • Beige powder.

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 30 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is Not Scheduled.

  • 1009g (171 doses) pack
  • 1062g 180 doses pack
  • 175g 30 80 183 pack
  • 200g 40 90 pack
  • 283g 48 doses pack
  • 285g 50 100 pack
  • 300g 60 110 pack
  • 315g 72 180 pack
  • 425g 70 114 pack
  • 425g 72 doses pack
  • 425g X 2 (72 doses X2) pack
  • 425g X 3 (72 doses X 3) pack
  • 673g 114 doses pack
  • 673g x2 114 doses x2 (Combo pack) pack

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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