Metamucil Granular™

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Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol 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 rish of heart disease. 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 & senility. 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

Source: ARTG

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

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Non-composite pack

This medicine contains one component only.

Component

• Oral Liquid, powder for
• Oral
• Coarse sand-coloured powder with brown flecks

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Not scheduled medicines: We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. These medicines are Not Scheduled.?What is the medicines and poisons schedule?

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• 48 dose 336g
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• 72 dose 504g
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This medicine is not listed on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Talk to your pharmacist about how much it will cost.

Source: PBS

For the active ingredient: psyllium husk powder

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

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If you experience a side effect from this medicine, tell your doctor or pharmacist. Or report it directly to the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration).

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