FIBER THERAPY methylcellulose 2 g/19g Powder, For Solution, 454 g
🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Bulk-forming laxatives class.
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🩺 Clinical
Fiber Therapy is an over-the-counter powder product that you dissolve in liquid and drink by mouth. It contains methylcellulose, a type of fiber that is commonly used to add bulk to stool and help promote regular bowel movements. This product is marketed under FDA's OTC monograph rules for fiber supplements, meaning it follows established category standards rather than individual FDA approval.
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UNII 2968PHW8QP
A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
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A synthetic yellow dye used to color medications. It helps identify the drug and make it visually distinctive, with no effect on how the medicine works.
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Potassium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid and potassium. In medicines, it acts as a buffer to adjust and maintain the pH balance of the product, helping keep it stable and palatable.
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Riboflavin is a B vitamin used as a colorant and nutritional additive in medications. It gives products a yellow color and may provide supplemental vitamin B2 value.
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Silicon dioxide is a naturally occurring mineral used as a glidant and anti-caking agent. It helps powder ingredients flow smoothly and prevents clumping during manufacturing and storage.
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Sorbitol is a natural sugar alcohol derived from glucose. It serves as a sweetener, humectant, and bulking agent in medications to improve taste and help maintain moisture in the product.
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A natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It's used as a sweetener, filler, and binder to improve taste, add bulk, and help hold tablet or capsule ingredients together.
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A powder made from a naturally occurring mineral. In medicines, talc works as a glidant and anti-caking agent, helping tablets and capsules flow smoothly during manufacturing and preventing clumping.
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💲 Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | $0.014 | $6.13 / 454 g |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | $0.0240 | $10.90 / 454 g |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Fiber Therapy 2 g/19gthis 00904-5675-16 | Major | 454 g | $0.013 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Citrucel 2 g/19g 00135-0089-69 | Haleon | 454 g | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Citrucel 2 g/10.2g 00135-0090-70 | Haleon | 479 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| HEB Fiber Therapy 2 g/10.2g 37808-0716-16 | HEB | 479 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| DRx Choice Fiber Therapy 2 g/10.2g 68163-0517-16 | RARITAN | 479 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Fiber Therapy 2 g/19g 68788-7995-04 | Preferred | 454 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 00904-5675-16 You're viewing this | 454 g in 1 BOTTLE (0904-5675-16) | 2008-04-18 | Active |
📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🚨 Boxed Warning ▾
TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGE Do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing.
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses relieves constipation (irregularity) helps to restore and maintain regularity for treating bowel disorders when recommended by a doctor generally provide effect in 12-72 hours
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions MIX THIS PRODUCT (CHILD OR ADULT DOSE) WITH AT LEAST 8 OUNCES (A FULL GLASS) OF WATER OR OTHER FLUID. TAKING THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT ENOUGH LIQUID MAY CAUSE CHOKING. SEE CHOKING WARNING use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity put one dose in a full glass of cold water stir briskly and drink promptly drinking another glass of water is helpful Age Dose adults & children above 12 years of age and over One rounded tablespoon.
(19 g) in 8 ounces of water fluid up to 3 times daily at the first sign of constipation or irregularity children 6 - 12 years of age Children under 6 years of age half the adult dose in 8 ounces of water once daily. ask a doctor
⚠️ 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 a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks sensitivity to any of the ingredients Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding you fail to have a bowl movement after use. These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222. When using this product do not exceed recommended maximum daily dose unless directed by a doctor do not use laxative products for a period longer than one week unless directed by a doctor
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredient (in each 19g adult dose/ rounded tablespoon) Methylcellulose 2g (a non-allergenic fiber)
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients citric acid, FD&C yellow 6 aluminum lake, maltodextrin, flavor (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, , silica, sucrose,
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Bulk-forming fiber laxative