Constipation and bowel cleansers:
Indications for: CITRUCEL
Constipation, adjunct in diverticulosis, irritable bowel syndrome.
Adult Dosage:
1 heaping tablespoonful (19g) in 8oz cold water or juice 1–3 times daily.
Children Dosage:
<6 yrs: not recommended. ≥6 yrs: ½ adult dose 1–3 times daily.
CITRUCEL Contraindications:
Signs/symptoms of appendicitis. Intestinal obstruction. Fecal impaction.
CITRUCEL Warnings/Precautions:
Narrowed intestinal lumen. Discontinue if rectal bleeding or if no bowel movement occurs.
See Also:
CITRUCEL Classification:
Bulk forming.
CITRUCEL Interactions:
Reduced absorption of salicylates, digitalis, oral anticoagulants, nitrofurantoins, others.
Adverse Reactions:
Esophageal, gastric, enteral, rectal obstruction.
How Supplied:
Pwd—16oz, 24oz, 30oz; Packets (single-dose)—20; Sugar-free pwd—8.6oz, 16.9oz
