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Fiber Forte Powder

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Product introduction

Fiber Forte Powder is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation. It works by softening the stools, thus helps in the easy passage of stools.

Fiber Forte Powder is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are flatulence and stomach pain. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

Uses of Fiber Forte Powder

Benefits of Fiber Forte Powder

In Constipation

Fiber Forte Powder helps to stimulate bowel movements. It increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. It relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.

Side effects of Fiber Forte Powder

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fiber Forte

  • Flatulence
  • Stomach pain

How to use Fiber Forte Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Fiber Forte Powder is to be taken with food.

How Fiber Forte Powder works

Fiber Forte Powder is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Fiber Forte Powder does not cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fiber Forte Powder is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Fiber Forte Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fiber Forte Powder may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fiber Forte Powder may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Fiber Forte Powder is prescribed for short-term relief from constipation.
  • It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
  • Take it at least 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
  • Do not take any other laxative along with Fiber Forte Powder without consulting your doctor.
     
  • Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
    1. Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g.
    2. Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day.
    3. Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week.
    4. Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

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Suffering from frequent constipation. No fiber works
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Syp looz 15ml at night
suffered from heavy constipation i daily walk in morning life style is routine dont smoke don't drink
Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar
Internal Medicine
Take high fiber diet,like salad Powder Esapgul 2TSF with warm water in night for 15 days
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Name: Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd
Address: "Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd B-1,Extn/A-27,Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi-110044"
Country of origin: India

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