{"id":29947,"date":"2022-11-04T06:03:29","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T06:03:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=29947"},"modified":"2022-11-04T10:38:20","modified_gmt":"2022-11-04T10:38:20","slug":"vi-siblin-s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/vi-siblin-s\/","title":{"rendered":"Vi-Siblin S &#8211; Ispaghula seed husk uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>880 mg\/g&nbsp;granules;&nbsp;Vi-Siblin S 880mg\/g&nbsp;granules&nbsp;in&nbsp;sachet<br>ispaghula seed husk<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Vi-Siblin S is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vi-Siblin S is a volume-increasing fiber preparation (bulking agent) that normalizes stool and helps with both sluggish and loose stomachs.\u00a0Vi-Siblin S contains a plant mucilage that binds water, thereby increasing the volume of the intestinal contents so that intestinal function is normalized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ispaghula seed husk contained in Vi-Siblin S may also be approved to treat other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.\u00a0Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Vi-Siblin S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Vi-Siblin S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to the active substance or any other ingredient in this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>in case of passage obstruction in the gastrointestinal tract.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Vi-Siblin S:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have had difficulty swallowing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can be used.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vi-Siblin S does not affect the ability to drive or use machines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0A description of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0Discuss with your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vi-Siblin S contains sorbitol and sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>This medicine contains 0.44 g of sorbitol per measuring unit\/dosage bag.\u00a0Sorbitol is a source of fructose.\u00a0If you (or your child) have an intolerance to certain sugars, or if you (or your child) have been diagnosed with\u00a0hereditary\u00a0fructose intolerance, a rare, inherited disease that makes it impossible to break down fructose, consult a doctor before using this medicine.<\/li><li>This medicine contains 16 mg of\u00a0sodium\u00a0(the main ingredient in common\/table salt) per measuring unit\/dosage bag.\u00a0This corresponds to 0.8% of the maximum recommended daily intake of\u00a0sodium\u00a0for adults.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Vi-Siblin S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Treatment begins with one&nbsp;dose&nbsp;per day.&nbsp;The dosage&nbsp;is then gradually increased until the stomach functions satisfactorily (usually takes about 3-7 days).&nbsp;People with an extra sensitive stomach should gradually increase over 1-2 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Recommended maintenance dose:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults:<\/em>&nbsp;1 measuring cup or 1&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;(approx. 4 g Vi-Siblin S) 2-3 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children over 6 years:<\/em>&nbsp;1 dose measure or 1&nbsp;sachet&nbsp;2 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children 2-6 years:<\/em>&nbsp;1\/2 dose measure or 1\/2&nbsp;dose bag&nbsp;2 times daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use it for children under 2 years of age without a doctor&#8217;s prescription.\u00a0Another dose\u00a0according to the doctor&#8217;s prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Vi-Siblin S should be taken with a glass of liquid.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vi-Siblin S can be mixed into water, milk, juice, or other drinks.\u00a0Vi-Siblin S can also be sprinkled on or mixed into food, e.g.\u00a0cottage cheese porridge or minced meat sauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Regardless of how you take Vi-Siblin S, always drink a glass of liquid at the same time.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For\u00a0granules, use the attached dosage measure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Vi-Siblin S<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a missed\u00a0dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bulking agents can cause temporary stomach discomfort at the beginning of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/em>&nbsp;Stomach cramps and increased flatulence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1000 users):<\/em>\u00a0Allergic reactions e.g.\u00a0hay fever, skin rash, runny nose, and conjunctivitis.\u00a0These reactions mainly affect people who work extensively with preparations containing the active substance in Vi-Siblin S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Vi-Siblin S should be stored<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use before the expiry date stated on the packaging.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines must not be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Empty packaging can be recycled via the Packaging Collection.&nbsp;Cardboard and sachets are sorted as paper packaging.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The active substance is ispaghula seed husk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One gram of&nbsp;dose granules&nbsp;contains 880 mg of ispaghula seed husk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other ingredients are sorbitol and sodium chloride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vi-Siblin S granules: Bag 250 g and 450 g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vi-Siblin S&nbsp;granules&nbsp;in sachet: 20&#215;4 g, 50&#215;4 g and 100&#215;4 g.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Viatris AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 23033<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>104 35 Stockholm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vi-Siblin S is a volume-increasing fiber preparation (bulking agent) that normalizes stool and helps with both sluggish and loose stomach.\u00a0Vi-Siblin S contains a plant mucilage that binds water, thereby increasing the volume of the intestinal contents so that intestinal function is 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