ISPAGHULA HUSK
About ISPAGHULA HUSK
ISPAGHULA HUSK belongs to the group of 'laxatives', primarily used to treat constipation and indigestion. Constipation is a condition that occurs when a person has lesser bowel movements and has difficulty in passing the stools (faeces). Indigestion is the inability to digest the food that is associated with pain and discomfort in the stomach.
ISPAGHULA HUSK contains Ispaghula husk, a dietary fibre. It is the seed coat obtained from the plant Plantago ovata Forssk. ISPAGHULA HUSK, when mixed with water, produces a gel-like substance. This gel easily passes through the digestive system and increases the water content in the stools. ISPAGHULA HUSK further increases the bowel movements and lubricates the intestine for easy passage of stools.
Please take ISPAGHULA HUSK in the dose and duration advised by your doctor based on your medical condition. ISPAGHULA HUSK is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like wind and bloating due to the sudden increase in fibre intake. Exposure of Ispaghula husk on the skin or its inhalation may cause skin rash and runny or itchy nose. Although not everyone experiences these side effects, if they occur, please seek medical attention.
Let your doctor know if you have any stomach or intestinal blockage, appendicitis, swallowing problems, rectal bleeding, diabetes, phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine), and reduced bowel movements before starting ISPAGHULA HUSK. ISPAGHULA HUSK is to be taken with enough liquid, since it may lead to difficulty swallowing, chest pain, and vomiting. Intake of probiotics, prebiotics, and plenty of fluids is recommended if you are suffering from indigestion. Pregnant and breastfeeding women can use ISPAGHULA HUSK with proper consultation and caution. ISPAGHULA HUSK is not recommended for children below six years of age.
Uses of ISPAGHULA HUSK
Medicinal Benefits
ISPAGHULA HUSK helps in treating constipation and indigestion. It contains a dietary fibre called Ispaghula husk. It is the seed coat obtained from the plant Plantago ovata Forssk. ISPAGHULA HUSK produces a gel-like substance when mixed with water forms. This gel easily passes through the digestive system and increases the water content in the stools. ISPAGHULA HUSK further increases the bowel movements and lubricates the intestine for easy passage of stools. It can be used whenever you need to include fibre in your diet. It helps to cure constipation without causing any discomfort or unnatural urgency in passing the stools and thus helps in regularising the elimination of stools.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of ISPAGHULA HUSK
- Wind
- Bloating
- Skin rash
- Runny or itchy nose
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Indigestion: Indigestion is the inability to digest the food associated with pain and discomfort in the stomach.
Constipation occurs when a person has lesser bowel movements (fewer than three bowel movements in a week) and has difficulty passing the stools (faeces). When the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down, it leads to the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation can occur due to various reasons like dehydration, not including enough fibre in the diet, side effects of medicines, and lack of physical activity.
FAQs
ISPAGHULA HUSK lubricates the intestine and softens the stools by increasing the water content in the stools. Thereby ISPAGHULA HUSK makes it easier to pass the stools and relieves constipation.
Please let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach or intestinal blockage, appendicitis, swallowing problems, rectal bleeding, diabetes, phenylketonuria and reduced bowel movements before starting ISPAGHULA HUSK.
Flavoured formulations are to be cautiously administered in diabetic patients since they may contain aspartame or sugar. It is advised to consult your doctor before using ISPAGHULA HUSK and monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Your doctor may also advise you on sugar-free formulations.
ISPAGHULA HUSK forms a gel-like mass by absorbing water or liquid added to it. This gel may make it harder to swallow in some patients. Hence, it is advised to mix ISPAGHULA HUSK with enough liquid/water for easy swallowing and drink it right away. If you experience swallowing problems, breathing difficulty, chest pain, and vomiting, please consult your doctor immediately.
ISPAGHULA HUSK, when taken immediately before going to bed may cause blocking of the gut or swallowing problem. Hence, it is advised to take ISPAGHULA HUSK with liquid at least one hour before going to bed.
If you need to take any supplements or other medications while using ISPAGHULA HUSK, it is advised to maintain a two-hour gap between ISPAGHULA HUSK and other medications since ISPAGHULA HUSK may interfere with absorption.
Do not stop using ISPAGHULA HUSK even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve, but the disease may not be cured completely.
