Fiber Caps Tablet, Film Coated
FDA Label NDC 53041-147

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Guardian Drug Company for the product Fiber Caps (NDC 53041-147). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each caplet), purpose, uses, otc - keep out of reach of children, warnings, ask a doctor before use if you have, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are, when using this product, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

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Active Ingredient (In Each Caplet)

Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil

Purpose

Bulk-forming laxative

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

Otc - 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.

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

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

  • 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

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

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Fiber Laxative

Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg

  • Relieves constipation
  • Helps Restore and Maintain Regularity

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