Psyllium
Metamucil, Konsyl, Mucilin, and many others, including some generics
Bulk-forming laxative
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- Check specific product label for amount of psyllium per unit of measurement.
- Granules [OTC]:
- Konsyl: 4.3 g psyllium per rounded teaspoon or 6 g of granules (300 g); contains maltodextrin and 35 mg potassium for each 6 g dose; sugar and gluten free
- Powder [OTC]:
- Metamucil: 3.4 g psyllium per rounded teaspoon; contains 5 mg sodium, 30 mg potassium, and 25 mg phenylalanine for each teaspoon. Other products may contain sucrose or maltodextrin instead of phenylalanine.
- 3.4 g psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid is equivalent to 2 g soluble fiber
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