Fiber
/api/v1/drug/fiberMechanism of action
Sourced from openFDAMechanism-of-action class: Biological Macromolecular Activity.
Indications
Sourced from openFDA- Use For relief of occasional constipation and to induce regularity. Generally produces bowel movements within 12-72 hours.ICD-10: K59.00
Dosage & administration
Sourced from openFDADirections 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 fluid may cause choking. See choking warnings. Adults and children 12 years and older One teaspoon 1 to 3 times daily Children 6 years to under 12 years of age ½ teaspoon 1 to 3 times daily Childre4n under 6 years of age Consult a doctor
Warnings & precautions
Sourced from openFDAAllergy alert: As with any natural grain product, inhaled or ingested psyllium powder may cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to psyllium. 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.
Clinical trials
The 10 most recently updated of 3,053 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Fiber as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.
- Investigation of Medical Management to Prevent Episodes of Diverticulitis TrialCompleted · Interventional · 71 enrolled · University of WashingtonNCT05681559updated 2026-06-12
- Dietary Insights and Nutritional Education in Adults on GLP-1 TherapyRecruiting · Interventional · 50 enrolled · University of South CarolinaNCT07518407updated 2026-06-12
- Bisnorcymserine in Healthy Adult VolunteersCompleted · Phase 1 · Interventional · 75 enrolled · National Institute on Aging (NIA)NCT01747213updated 2026-06-12
- Comparison of the Effects of Kinesio Taping and Interval Exercise in Patients Diagnosed With Venous Insufficiency: A Randomised Controlled TrialActive not recruiting · Interventional · 33 enrolled · Necmettin Erbakan UniversityNCT07228585updated 2026-06-12
- Acute Microbial SwitchCompleted · Interventional · 29 enrolled · Maastricht University Medical CenterNCT05764200updated 2026-06-11
- A Phase 4 Clinical Study to Investigate the Effectiveness and Safety of Skin ResurfacingActive not recruiting · Interventional · 49 enrolled · Bausch Health Americas, Inc.NCT07214272updated 2026-06-11
- Dietary Interventions in Cancer Patients Treated With Immune Checkpoint InhibitorsRecruiting · Interventional · 70 enrolled · University of PittsburghNCT06475807updated 2026-06-11
- Collecting Data on Retinal Blood Blood Flow and Blood Vessel Shape/Appearance Using an Investigational Device, XyCAM CRE, and to Then Compare Those Images With Images Collected From a Patient's Routine Clinical Examination.Not yet recruiting · Observational · 350 enrolled · Stuart Terry Eye AssociatesNCT07641738updated 2026-06-11
- Sepsis Multiomic Analysis & Risk sTratification in ChinaRecruiting · Observational · 1,400 enrolled · Yuebei People's HospitalNCT07599644updated 2026-06-11
- Effects of Food Intake Sequence on Substrate Utilisation and Endurance PerformanceCompleted · Interventional · 18 enrolled · Universidade do PortoNCT07503990updated 2026-06-10
Frequently asked questions
- How does Fiber work?
- Mechanism-of-action class: Biological Macromolecular Activity.
- What is Fiber used for?
- According to FDA labeling, Fiber carries indications including: Use For relief of occasional constipation and to induce regularity. Generally produces bowel movements within 12-72 hours.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.
- What class of drug is Fiber?
- Fiber is classified as Biological Macromolecular Activity, Metabolic Activity Alteration.
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