What is Citrucel?

Question

Someone was advised by Dana S to take a daily regimen of citrucel for constipation. What is this exactly. Dana S are you out there?

Answer 1

You can buy this at any grocery store or pharmacy or Target. It's an Orange Powder that you take for constipation.


Citrucel

2 grams
Citrucel is available in Powder only.


This drug is available in an over-the-counter form.
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What is methylcellulose?

This product is a synthetic chemical that loves water. It stays within the intestinal tract and is not absorbed. By attracting and holding water, it creates a softer stool. It is not a true harsh stimulant laxative which should be taken only occasionally. Methylcellulose can be taken long-term. Since it absorbs fluid, it may be helpful at times for diarrhea. It does not lower cholesterol.




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What is it used for?

Methylcellulose promotes bowel regularity and is used for chronic constipation, diverticulosis and irritable bowel syndrome.

Answer 2

According to http://www.gicare.com/pated/methylcellulose.htm, Citrucel also known as methylcellulose (meth el CELL u los) is a synthetic chemical that loves water. It stays within the intestinal tract and is not absorbed. By attracting and holding water, it creates a softer stool. It is not a true harsh stimulant laxative which should be taken only occasionally. Methylcellulose can be taken long-term. Since it absorbs fluid, it may be helpful at times for diarrhea. It does not lower cholesterol.

Citrucel promotes bowel regularity and is used for chronic constipation, diverticulosis and irritable bowel syndrome. It does not interact with foods or beverages. An increase in fluid intake, a diet rich in fiber or bran and regular exercise can improve bowel regularity. Also there are no known drug interactions with methylcellulose.

Some precautions to keep in mind include:
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•The possible side effect of methylcellulose is the development of intestinal gas or flatus. It is the beneficial bacteria in the colon that create intestinal gases from certain food sources such as soluble fiber. However, methylcellulose is less likely to produce intestinal gases than psyllium (Metamucil). Insoluble fiber, found in wheat bran and cereals, does not have this side effect.
•Always take methylcellulose with plenty of fluids. Insufficient fluid may cause the fiber to swell and cause choking or even rupture of the esophagus. Do not use methylcellulose if you have difficulty swallowing.
•Contact your physician if constipation persists for more than a week with regular use of a bulk laxative or if rectal bleeding occurs.
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Potential side effects include the followings:
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Minor:
•bloating
•diarrhea
•rumbling sounds
•nausea
•mild abdominal cramps
Major:
•severe abdominal pain
•vomiting
•difficulty swallowing
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The provided website/URL includes additional info on Citrucel.

Answer 3

Citrucel is a bulk fiber. It helps you to have regular bowel movements. And as long as you do not have any stomach problems, such as chrons,or colitis. It should be fine to take, on a daily basis. Most people I know buy the kind that you mix with water or your favorite beverage. After about 2 to 3 days you should be regular again.

Answer 4

Citrucel is a fiber supplement to help regulate bowel movements. Generics work just as well.

Answer 5

It is a laxative that is made of natural vegetable fiber.

Answer 6

http://www.irritable-bowel-syndrome.ws/citrucel.htm