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Generic nameCALCIUM POLYCARBOPHIL
Labeler / manufacturerTHE KROGER CO.
RouteORAL
Drug classDrug class not supplied in source label
Product NDC30142-132
Label effective date2026-09-01
Official product label reference
Fiber Caplets — THE KROGER CO.
This page contains 14 source sections for CALCIUM POLYCARBOPHIL, oral route. Label set d6856f59-ccc3-40fc-9bf1-7a5394ed12da, version 8.
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Uses described in the label
USES ▪ relieves occasional constipation to help restore and maintain regularity ▪ this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Purpose
PURPOSE Bulk-forming laxative
Dosage and administration — label text
Directions ▪ take each dose of this product 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). ▪ this product works naturally so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide full benefit. Dosage may vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. Age Recommended dose Daily maximum adults & children 12 years of age and over 2 caplets once a day up to 4 times a day children under 12 years consult a physician
Table text from source:
| Age | Recommended dose | Daily maximum
| adults & children 12 years of age and over | 2 caplets once a day | up to 4 times a day
| children under 12 years | consult a physician
Warnings
Choking Warning: 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 Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work. When using this product ▪ do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor ▪ do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. 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.
Active ingredient
Drug Fats Active Ingredient (in each caplet) Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil
Ask a doctor before use
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
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
While using this medicine
When using this product ▪ do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor ▪ do not take more than 8 caplets in a 24 hour period unless directed by a doctor
When to stop use and seek help
Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Child safety
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose information
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.
Unclassified section
Other information • each caplet contains: calcium 125 mg • store at room temperature • protect contents from moisture DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING
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