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Citrucel (Methylcellulose Powder and Powder Packets) and Intestinal obstruction

Result of checking the interaction of drug Citrucel (Methylcellulose Powder and Powder Packets) and disease Intestinal obstruction for safety when used together.

Check result:

Citrucel (Methylcellulose Powder and Powder Packets) <> Intestinal obstruction

Relevance: 23.07.2019 Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in

When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.

Consumer:

The use of bulk producing laxatives is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction or fecal impaction. Bulk producing laxatives can exacerbate these conditions.

References:

"Product Information. Unifiber (cellulose)." Nich Pharmaceuticals Inc, Roanoke, TX.
"Product Information. FiberCon (polycarbophil)." Lederle Laboratories, Philadelphia, PA.
"Product Information. Metamucil (psyllium)." Procter and Gamble Pharmaceutic, Cincinnati, OH.

Citrucel (Methylcellulose Powder and Powder Packets)

Generic Name: methylcellulose

Brand Name: Citrucel, Citrucel SF, Citrucel Food Pack, Citrucel Clear Mix, Citrucel Lax

Synonyms: Citrucel

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