Fiber caplets 147

Calcium polycarbophil · Tablet · Oral

Over the counter

Active ingredient

(in each caplet) Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil

Purpose

Bulk-forming laxative

Uses

USE(S) relieves occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Warnings

Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.

Ask a doctor before use

ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting difficulty in swallowing a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist

ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU ARE taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

When using this product

WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor

STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF you experience chest pain, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing or swallowing you fail to have a bowel movement after use or have rectal bleeding. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of over dose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

DIRECTIONS take this product (child or adult dose) with a full glass or water (8oz.) or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause chocking. See choking warning. dosage will vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation continued use for 1 to 3 days is normally required to provide full benefit adults and children 12 years and over 2 caplets, 1 to 4 times a day children under 12 years ask a doctor

Other information

OTHER INFORMATION each caplet contains: calcium 135 mg store at room temperature protect contents from moisture

Inactive ingredients

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS calcium carbonate, caramel, colloidal silicon dioxide, crospovidone, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate.

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc. (revised Aug 27, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Fiber caplets 147 NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
83324-131Calcium Polycarbophil 625 mg/1
Tablet
Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc.OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Fiber caplets 147 used for?

USE(S) relieves occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Who makes Fiber caplets 147?

Fiber caplets 147 is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Chain Drug Marketing Association Inc..