This medication is a dietary fiber, prescribed for constipation, type 2 diabetes, and weight loss. 

Contraindicated in patients with difficulty in swallowing.

PO- For type 2 diabetes with high cholesterol: 3.6 to 10.6 grams per day.

It comes as a tablet, powder, and capsule to take by mouth, with food.

• It may cause esophageal obstruction and fecal impaction.

• Monitor blood sugar regularly while taking this medication.

• Stop using this medication at least 2 weeks before a surgery.

• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Abdominal fullness, distention, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, flatus, ingestion, esophageal obstruction.

Avoid excess dosage.

Store it at room temperature.