MultiHealth Fiber Orange Smooth®
Fiber & Other NutrientsBrand: Metamucil
Net Contents
48.2 oz.
Serving Size
12 Gram(s)
Servings Per Container
114
Supplement Form
Powder
Bar Code (UPC/SKU)
0 37000 74134 3
Product Version
99927069
Label Analysis
Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.
5 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.
Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.
5 ingredients report an established %DV per serving.
Label states: Gluten-Free.
This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.
Allergen Guide
Free From
- Gluten
Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 12 Gram(s) · 1–3 per day
| Ingredient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 45 {Calories} | — |
| Total Carbohydrates | 12 g | 4% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 12% |
| Soluble Fiber | 2 g | — |
| Sugar | 9 g | — |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 1% |
Percent Daily Values (%DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Other Ingredients
Ingredients
Target Groups
Label Claims
Directions & Suggested Use
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions Put one dose into an empty glass. Mix this product (child or adult dose) with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Stir briskly and drink promply. If mixture thickens, add more liquid and stir. Adults 12 yrs.&older 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid at the first sign of irregularity. Can be taken up to 3 times daily. Generally produces effect in 12-72 hours. 6-11 yrs. 1/2 adult dose in 8 oz of liquid, up to 3 times daily Under 6 yrs. Consult a doctor Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine. As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Use as directed.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Metamucil Orange Smooth Mix Metamucil(R) Orange Smooth into at least 8 ounces of water or your favorite beverage for a convenient way to add fiber to your diet and help lower cholesterol.*
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
New Users Start with 1 dose per day; gradually increase to 3 doses per day as necessary.
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Directions Adults 12 yrs & older: 1 rounded TABLESPOON in 8 oz of liquid up to 3 times daily for daily fiber supplement; 3 times daily for cholesterol lowering to promote heart health. Under 12 yrs: Consult a doctor. See mixing directions in Drug Facts. NOTICE: Mix this product with at least 8 oz (a full glass) of liquid.
Warnings & Precautions
Precautions re: All Other
Warnings Read entire label, including warnings in Drug Facts.
Precautions re: All Other
Do not use if printed inner seal is broken or missing.
Precautions re: All Other
Warnings Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficult in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Precautions re: Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, contact a doctor or a Poison Control Center right away.
Precautions re: Children
Under 6 yrs. Consult a doctor
Precautions re: Pregnant or Nursing or Prescription Medications
Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk may affect how well other medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine.
Precautions re: Allergies
Allergy alert: This product may cause allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium.
Precautions re: All Other
Ask a doctor before use if you have -a sudden change in bowel habits persisting for 2 weeks -abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting Stop use and ask a doctor if -constipation lasts more than 7 days -rectal bleeding occurs These may be signs of a serious condition.
Precautions re: All Other
If you have specific dietary needs, you should consult your doctor before consuming this product.
Precautions re: All Other
Taking without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have a difficult swallowing.
Precautions re: All Other
As your body adjusts to increased fiber intake, you may experience changes in bowel habits or minor bloating.
Precautions re: All Other
If you have specific dietary needs, you should consult your doctor before consuming this product.
Storage
Storage
-store at room temperature tightly closed to protect from humidity
Formulation
Formula re: Contains
GLUTEN FREE (may contain trace amount less than 20 ppm).
Formula re: Contains
Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each TABLESPOON) Purpose Psyllium husk approximately 3.4g.....Fiber therapy for regularity
Formula re: Contains
-Gluten free (less than 20 ppm gluten)*
Formula re: Contains
Other information -each tablespoon contains: potassium 30 mg; sodium 5 mg
Formula re: Contains
-contains a 100% natural, therapeutic fiber Inactive ingredients citric acid, FD&C Yellow No. 6, natural and artificial orange flavor, sucrose
Formula re: Contains
May contain trace amounts of gluten.
Formula re: Contains
100% Natural Psyllium
Formula re: Contains
One adult dose of Metamucil has at least 2.1 grams of this soluble fiber.
Formula re: Contains
Each serving adds 3 grams of fiber to your diet.
FDA Statements
FDA Disclaimer Statement
*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
FDA Statement of Identity
Daily fiber supplement.
FDA Statement of Identity
Daily fiber supplement/Therapy for regularity
Other Label Statements
Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)
(C)2011 P&G
General Statements: All Other Content
Metamucil Psyllium Fiber Capsules Information and Facts Rely on Metamucil for these important multiple health benefits: -Helps lower cholesterol to promote heart health* -Promotes digestive health* -Low glycemic index**
General Statements: All Other Content
*Psyllium fiber, as in Metamucil powders and capsules, is recognized by the FDA to treat occasional constipation and help lower cholesterol. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol.
General Statements: All Other Content
This Metamucil product has a low glycemic index, a measure of the effect of dietary carbohydrates on blood sugar levels.
Seals/Symbols
BBB ACCREDITED BUSINESS
General Statements: All Other Content
-see bottom of canister for expiration date
General Statements: All Other Content
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 1.36 kg Canister
General Statements: All Other Content
P&G Proud Partner of the U.S. Olympic Team 36 USC 220506
General Statements: All Other Content
Uses -effective in treating occasional constipation and restoring regularity
General Statements: All Other Content
Metamucil Orange Smooth is also available in Sugar Free.
General Statements: All Other Content
Why is Metamucil Better? Metamucil gives you more. It's the #1 doctor, pharmacist,1 and gastroenterologist2 recommended fiber brand.
Seals/Symbols
P&G WORLDWIDE PARTNER
General Statements: All Other Content
Psyllium fiber powder Naturally and artificially flavored
General Statements: All Other Content
*See back for information about soluble fiber and heart disease and for information about how low glycemic index and gluten.
Brand IP Statement(s) re: (c), (TM), (SM)
Metamucil(R) MultiHealth Fiber is the same great psyllium fiber that consumers have trusted for over 75 years!
General Statements: All Other Content
Fiber Supplement Information Uses - Daily fiber supplement. Each serving adds 3 grams of fiber to your diet. -For lowering cholesterol to promote heart health. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in Metamucil, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lower cholesterol. One adult dose of Metamucil has 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult a doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
General Statements: All Other Content
This Metamucil product has a low glycemic index, a measure of the effect of dietary carbohydrates on blood sugar levels.*
General Statements: All Other Content
Available Sizes -48, 72, 114, or 228 doses, and in 30-count packets
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P&G WORLDWIDE PARTNER
General: Product/Version Code
99927069
Manufacturer & Distributor
Distributor
Procter & Gamble
Cincinnati, OH, 45202
Other
1-800-983-4237
Other
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Research & Studies
Hypocholesterolemic effects of different bulk-forming hydrophilic fibers as adjuncts to dietary therapy in mild to moderate hypercholesterolemia
JW Anderson, TL Floore, PB Geil… - Archives of Internal …, 1991 - jamanetwork.com
… fibers were tested. Psyllium was supplied in powder form as regular-flavored Metamucil (… Methylcellulose was also supplied in powder form as orange-flavored Citrucel powder (…
1991108 citationsViscosity development during aqueous dispersion and dissolution: A comparison of PGX® with other dietary supplements and individual polysaccharides
IH Smith, CJ Lawson, SE Harding, RJ Gahler… - Food …, 2014 - Elsevier
Viscosity development with time was studied during the aqueous dissolution of the novel polysaccharide complex PGX ® , a finer particle size version used in meal replacement PGX f, …
201416 citationsEffect of psyllium on absorption of co‐ingested calcium
RP Heaney, CM Weaver - Journal of the American Geriatrics …, 1995 - Wiley Online Library
… patients, orange juice is also the preferred suspending agent for their daily Metamucil dose. … In this study we have shown that psyllium fiber, in the form of Metamucil has at most a very …
199555 citationsSelf-Care for Digestive Health
MB Bridgeman, RP Mansukhani - Pharmacy Times, 2018 - go.gale.com
… fiber naturally, he can take a fiber supplement that includes psyllium, such as Benefiber, Konsyl, or Metamucil… per day to help his stool remain soft. Because he does not yet exercise, he …
2018
Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2012-10-01. DSLD Label ID: 13855. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
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