NHS medicines information on Fybogel (ispaghula husk) – what it's used for, side effects, dosage and who can take it.

Fybogel comes as sachets of plain, orange- or lemon-flavoured granules. Dosage. The usual dose of Fybogel for constipation is: adults and children aged 13 years and over – 1 sachet of granules twice a day

There are other types of laxatives.They work in a different way from Fybogel, but are equally good at treating constipation. Some may work more quickly than Fybogel.

Ispaghula husk is a laxative taken to treat constipation (difficulty pooing). It's usually known by the brand name Fybogel. Other brand names include Ispagel. It works by bulking poo up with fluid so that it's softer.

your lips, mouth, throat or tongue suddenly become swollen; you're breathing very fast or struggling to breathe (you may become very wheezy or feel like you're choking or gasping for air)

Who can take Fybogel. Most adults can take Fybogel, including while pregnant or breastfeeding. Most children aged 6 years and older can also take it.

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