Fybogel Sachets

Fybogel sachets

What are Fybogel sachets?

Fybogel Sachets helps to naturally add bulk to your stool, making it easier to pass. This product is easy-to-use and is a plain version of the popular Fybogel product to help increase the fibre in your diet, helping your digestive system work more efficiently. It gently relieves constipation without straining or discomfort.

Fybogel contains the active ingredient Ispaghula Husk, which is a bulk-forming laxative that can help you to pass stools more easily. It works by helping your stools to retain fluid to make them softer and easier to pass.

Also available:

Buy Fybogel Orange Sachets 30 pack here

Warnings and Precautions

Not suitable for children under 6 years of age 

Do not take this product within ½ to 1 hour before or after the following medicines:

• Insulin - if you are diabetic and use insulin

• Medicines for thyroid problems

Do not use if:

• You have a sudden change in bowel habits that has persisted for more than two weeks 

• You are suffering from a blockage of the bowel

• You have a weakness in the bowel wall

• You have naturally slow gut movement

• You have difficulty swallowing or any throat problems

• You are allergic to any of the ingredients this product contains

Speak to your GP or pharmacist before use if:

• You have phenylketonuria 

• You are suffering from undiagnosed rectal bleeding and are unable to pass stools following the use of laxatives

• You have symptoms that have worsened or haven’t improved after 3 days

Ingredients

Each single dose sachet contains 3.5g Ispaghula Husk. 

Other ingredients are potassium bicarbonate, sodium bicarbonate, citric acid, riboavin sodium phosphate, beta-carotene, aspartame (E951), saccharin sodium, polysorbate 80 and silica colloidal anhydrous.

How do I take Fybogel sachets?

Dosage:

Adults and children over 12 years should take one sachet morning and evening, or as recommended by your doctor.

Children aged 6-12 years: Give half of one sachet, morning and evening.

Children under 6 years: Should only take Fybogel on doctor's advice.

What are the side effects of Fybogel sachets?

Possible side effects:

Sometimes people have stomach aches or rumbles, or feel bloated or sick. Some people also get increased flatulence (wind). These symptoms usually settle within a few days as your body gets used to the increased fibre intake.

If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.