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FDA Approval

FIBER THERAPY

May 12, 2025

HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Methylcellulose(2 g in 19 g)

Registrants (1)

Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

791119022

Manufacturing Establishments (1)

Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

791119022

Products (1)

FIBER THERAPY

68788-7995

334

OTC Monograph Drug (C200263)

ORAL

May 12, 2025

CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATEInactive
Code: 2968PHW8QPClass: IACT
FD&C YELLOW NO. 6Inactive
Code: H77VEI93A8Class: IACT
MALTODEXTRINInactive
Code: 7CVR7L4A2DClass: IACT
POTASSIUM CITRATEInactive
Code: EE90ONI6FFClass: IACT
SILICON DIOXIDEInactive
Code: ETJ7Z6XBU4Class: IACT
SUCROSEInactive
Code: C151H8M554Class: IACT
Code: MRJ667KA5EClass: ACTIBQuantity: 2 g in 19 g

Drug Labeling Information

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Principal Display Panel

NDC 68788-7995-4

Compare to the Active Ingredient in CITRUCEL®*

FIBER THERAPY

Methylcellulose

Easy to Mix No Gritty Texture

100% Soluble Fiber for Controlled Regularity

ORANGE FLAVOR

NET WT 16 OZ (454 GRAMS)

![Fiber Therapy Orange Flavored ](/dailymed/image.cfm?name=fiber- therapy-3.jpg&id=874743)


INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

Uses

relieves constipation (irregularity)

helps to restore and maintain regularity

for treating bowel disorders when recommended by a doctor

generally provide effect in 12-72 hours

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Directions

**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**

use product at the first sign of constipation or irregularity 

put one dose in a full glass of cold water 

stir briskly and drink promptly 

drinking another glass of water is helpful  

Age

Dose

adults & children above 12 years of age and over

one rounded tablespoon. (19 g) in 8 ounces of water fluid up to 3 times daily at the first sign of constipation or irregularity

children 6 - 12 years of age

half the adult dose in 8 ounces of water once daily.

children under 6 years of age

ask a doctor


WARNINGS SECTION

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 difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting 

a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

sensitivity to any of the ingredients

Stop use and ask a doctor if

you have rectal bleeding

you fail to have a bowl movement after use.

These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.

When using this product

do not exceed recommended maximum daily dose unless directed by a doctor

do not use laxative products for a period longer than one week unless directed by a doctor 

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Active ingredient (in each 19g adult dose/ rounded tablespoon)

Methylcellulose 2g (a non-allergenic fiber)

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Purpose

Bulk-forming fiber laxative

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Questions or comments?

1-800-616-2471

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by GlaxoSmithKline the distributor of CITRUCEL®

Distributed by:

MAJOR**®**** PHARMACEUTICALS**

17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233

Relabeled By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Livonia, MI 48152, USA

Relabeled By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

![Image of pouring water into glass](/dailymed/image.cfm?name=fiber- therapy-1.jpg&id=874743)

1. Fill glass with at least 8 ounces of cold water.

Image of stirring water after adding Citrucel

2. Add the adult or child dose listed in the directions. 3. Stir briskly until dissolved and drink promptly. Drinking an additional glass of water is helpful.


SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Other information

each adult dose contains approximately

3 mg of sodium

105 mg potassium

contributes 60 calories from sucrose and sorbitol 

store at room temperature 

protect contents from humidity 

keep tightly closed

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Inactive ingredients

citric acid, FD&C yellow 6 aluminum lake, maltodextrin, flavor (natural and artificial), potassium citrate, silica, sucrose,


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