CVS FIBER THERAPY- methylcellulose tablet

CVS Fiber Therapy by

Drug Labeling and Warnings

CVS Fiber Therapy by is a Otc medication manufactured, distributed, or labeled by CVS PHARMACY. Drug facts, warnings, and ingredients follow.

Drug Details [pdf]

Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Methylcellulose (a non-allergenic fiber) 500 mg

Purpose

Bulk-forming laxative

Uses

• ▪ Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• ▪ Generally produces a bowel movement in 12-72 hours

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 for 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• ▪ constipation lasts more than 7 days
• ▪ You have rectal bleeding

  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.

Directions

Take 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.

AGE	DOSE	MAXIMUM DOSE
adults & children over 12 years	Start with 2 caplets. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day.	do not exceed 12 caplets per day.
children (6 to 12 years )	Start with 1 caplet. Increase as needed up to 6 times per day.	do not exceed 6 caplets per day.
children under 6 years	consult a physician	consult a physician

Other information

• ▪ each caplet contains: calcium 18 mg
• ▪ store at room temperature
• ▪ protect contents from moisture
• ▪ keep tightly closed

Inactive ingredients

adipic acid, calcium carbonate, crospovidone, FD&C yellow no. 6, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polysorbate 80, silica.

Questions or comments?

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*Compare to the active ingredient in Citrucel® Caplets

NDC: 51316-122-00

Fiber Therapy

Methylcellulose

• Gentle and clinically proven effective†
• Gives you additional fiber to help relieve occasional constipation
• Fiber for irregularity that won’t cause excess gas††

100 Fiber Caplets

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

†When Used As Directed

††Based On Laboratory Testing.

Individual Results May Vary.

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*This product is not manufactured or distributed by GlaxoSmithKline, the owner of the registered trademark Citrucel® Caplets.

INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE

CVS FIBER THERAPY 
methylcellulose tablet

Product Information
Product Type	HUMAN OTC DRUG	Item Code (Source)	NDC: 51316-122
Route of Administration	ORAL

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name	Basis of Strength	Strength
METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S) (UNII: MRJ667KA5E) (METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S) - UNII:MRJ667KA5E)	METHYLCELLULOSE (4000 MPA.S)	500 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name	Strength
ADIPIC ACID (UNII: 76A0JE0FKJ)
CALCIUM CARBONATE (UNII: H0G9379FGK)
CROSPOVIDONE (120 .MU.M) (UNII: 68401960MK)
FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)
MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)
MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)
POLYSORBATE 80 (UNII: 6OZP39ZG8H)
SILICON DIOXIDE (UNII: ETJ7Z6XBU4)

Product Characteristics
Color	ORANGE (Light orange)	Score	no score
Shape	CAPSULE (Caplet)	Size	19mm
Flavor		Imprint Code	RP122
Contains

Packaging
#	Item Code	Package Description	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
1	NDC: 51316-122-00	100 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product	09/14/2023

Marketing Information
Marketing Category	Application Number or Monograph Citation	Marketing Start Date	Marketing End Date
OTC Monograph Drug	M007	09/14/2023

Labeler - CVS PHARMACY (062312574)