Fiber Caps
Calcium polycarbophil · Tablet, Film Coated · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each caplet) Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil
Purpose
Purpose Bulk-forming laxative
Uses
Uses relieves: constipation helps restore and maintain regularity promotes normal function of the bowel this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
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 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 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 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 if you experience chest pain, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing or swallowing you fail to have a bowel movement after use rectal bleeding occurs
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 a doctor if you experience chest pain, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing or swallowing you fail to have a bowel movement after use rectal bleeding occurs
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Directions
Directions take this product (child or adult dose) with a full glass of water (8oz.) or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. 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 over 12 years 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 do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing 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 Guardian Drug Company (revised Dec 19, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Calcium Polycarbophil in 1 product
Fiber Caps NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53041-147 | Calcium Polycarbophil 625 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Guardian Drug Company | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Fiber Caps used for?
Uses relieves: constipation helps restore and maintain regularity promotes normal function of the bowel this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Who makes Fiber Caps?
Fiber Caps is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Guardian Drug Company.