Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm is used to treat constipation and indigestion. Constipation is a condition that occurs when a person has fewer bowel movements and has difficulty in passing the stools (faeces). Indigestion is the inability to digest the food that is associated with pain and discomfort in the stomach.
Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm contains Ispaghula husk, a dietary fibre. It is the seed coat obtained from the plant Plantago ovata Forssk. When mixed with water, Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm produces a gel-like substance. This gel easily passes through the digestive system and increases the water content in the stools. Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm further increases bowel movements and lubricates the intestine for easy passage of stools.
Please take Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm in the dose and duration advised by your doctor based on your medical condition. Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like wind and bloating due to the sudden increase in fibre intake. Exposure to Ispaghula husks on the skin or their inhalation may cause skin rash and runny or itchy nose. Although not everyone experiences these side effects, if they occur, please seek medical attention.
Let your doctor know if you have any stomach or intestinal blockage, appendicitis, swallowing problems, rectal bleeding, diabetes, phenylketonuria (increased levels of an amino acid called phenylalanine), and reduced bowel movements before starting Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm. Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm is to be taken with enough liquid since it may lead to difficulty swallowing, chest pain, and vomiting. Intake of probiotics, prebiotics, and plenty of fluids is recommended if you are suffering from indigestion. Pregnant and breastfeeding women can use Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm with proper consultation and caution. Laxmi Isabgol Powder, 50 gm is not recommended for children below six years of age.