Fibercon

Polycarbophil

Polycarbophil calcium (INN) is a drug used as a stool stabilizer. Chemically, it is a synthetic polymer of polyacrylic acid cross-linked with divinyl glycol, with calcium as a counter-ion. Contents 1 Clinical uses 2 Adverse effects 3 References 4 Further reading Clinical uses It is used as stool stabilizer to treat constipation, diarrhea and abdominal discomfort. Bulk laxatives absorb liquid in the intestines and swell to form a soft bulky stool. The bulky mass stimulates the intestina...

What is the best remidy for Hydroco/APAP5-500MG induced constipation? I know the first step is to stop taking this pain medicine, but what can I do to induce a bowel movement? ## You could try natural remedies such as fiber (Fibercon or power forumulas), eating prunes and lots of veggies, etc. Of course, your body should start to get back to normal once the meds are discontinued. Just double check to make sure you won't be going through withdrawals if you have been taking it for awhile. Hope this helps... ## When I was on pain management, I found the natural fiber supplements to be the most effective!

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Pill is Oblong or Capsule and has L L on one side and F | 66 stamped on the other side. I found it in my Son's sock drawer. Just concerned, thanks. ## I haven't been able to find anything specific, but the first thing that comes to mind with a pink oblong pill is generic Benadryl. Is it a hard, crushable pill or a capsule that you can open? ## This is actually an over the counter laxative/fiber supplement containing 500mgs of Polycarbophil. This is a generic or store brand of Fibercon.

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NDC Database

Fibercon 625 mg Oral Tablet by Wyeth Pharmaceutical Division of Wyeth Holdings Corporation, a Subsidiary of Pfizer Inc. ## Shape: Oval ## Color: Gray ## Package Codes: 0005-2500-02, 0005-2500-23, 0005-2500-33 ## Active Ingredients: Calcium Polycarbophil