Psyllium fibre: what it is and how much people take
Psyllium is a soluble fibre from the seed husk of the Plantago ovata plant. Take it with at least a full glass of water, as without enough fluid it can cause choking. Avoid it if you have trouble swallowing.
General information, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or pharmacist before taking a supplement, especially if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, take any medicine, or are under 18.
How much people take
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Cautions and interactions
- Take it with at least a full glass of water, as without enough fluid it can cause choking. Avoid it if you have trouble swallowing.
- Take other medicines about 2 hours apart from it.
Quick answers
- What is psyllium fibre?
- Psyllium is a soluble fibre from the seed husk of the Plantago ovata plant.
- Is psyllium fibre safe?
- Take it with at least a full glass of water, as without enough fluid it can cause choking. Avoid it if you have trouble swallowing. Take other medicines about 2 hours apart from it.
Sources
- US Code of Federal Regulations (FDA labelling rule)
https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-C/part-201/subpart-G/section-201.319
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