Radigel 120 gm/container Effervescent Powder Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more
Each spoonful contains 3.5 gm Psyllium husk as an active ingredient. When the husk is mixed with water it forms a thick gel that helps to relieve constipation & regularize bowel.Radigel 120 gm/container Effervescent Powder is a mild laxative & it contains 80% soluble fibre. The main chemical ingredient of Psyllium is mucilage; very useful in chronic constipation, piles or hemorrhoids & colon cancer. It has also soothing effects on the gastric & intestinal mucosa and hence effective in gastric irritation and ulceration. Psyllium also lowers serum cholesterol levels (LDL), reduces blood glucose that are suitable for obese & diabetic patients.
| Trade Name | Radigel 120 gm/container Effervescent Powder |
| Generic | Psyllium Husk |
| Weight | 120 gm/container |
| Type | Effervescent Powder |
| Therapeutic Class | Bulk-forming laxatives |
| Manufacturer | Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd. |
| Available Country | Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: | January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am |
Uses
Radigel 120 gm/container Effervescent Powder is used for-
- Constipation
- Raised levels of cholesterol
- Hemorrhoids or piles
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Reduces blood glucose level
Dosage
Usual dose: 1 spoonful 1-3 times daily or as per doctor's advice.
Adults and children over 12 years: 1 spoonful with water 2 times daily or as per doctor's advice.
Children 6 to 12 years: ½ to 1 spoonful with water depending on age and size, in the morning and at bedtime or as per doctor's advice.
Children below 6 years: Not recommended except as directed by the physician.
An additional glass of water is helpful after taking this gel.
- Take one spoonful with the provided spoon.
- Put this husk into an empty glass.
- Fill glass with water (150 ml or 2/3 of the glass) stir & drink immediately.
Side Effects
Common side effects are flatulence, abdominal distension, gastro-intestinal obstruction.
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No significant interaction has been observed with other medicine.
Contraindication
Contraindicated in patients with gastrointestinal tract obstruction or threatening obstruction of the bowel.
Storage Condition
Store in a cool and dry place. Keep out of reach of children.
