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Medicines ispaghula huskQuestion & answer

ispaghula husk · Medicine question

Can ispaghula husk make constipation worse?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Answer

Yes, if taken with too little fluid. The swollen fibre can become difficult to pass and may cause obstruction.

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FYBOGEL PLAINemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 7

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