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Psyllium: Effects
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For treating diarrhea, Psyllium's bowel regulating action works by forming bulk that will slow down rapid, loose stools. Psyllium has been studied for the treatment of diarrhea in patients undergoing tube feeding, and the effective stool bulking effect has generally been found helpful in these scientific studies.
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Psyllium mucilage absorbs water and expands substantially. In the stomach, Psyllium expansion produces feeling of fullness. This causes a decrease in food intake. Psyllium has no harmful chemical side effects; it is just a herb that is loaded with beneficial soluble fibre.
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Psyllium has been studied for the treatment of diarrhea, particularly in patients undergoing tube feeding. It has ... been studied in addition to Orlistat® therapy in hopes of decreasing gastrointestinal effects (diarrhea and oily discharge) of this weight loss agent. An effective stool bulking effect has generally been found in scientific studies.
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Psyllium could reduce the absorption, and therefore the effectiveness, of drugs, herbal products, or foods. Effects of the drugs lithium and carbamazepine seem especially to be decreased. Drugs and herbals that lower blood sugar may be more effective; ... if psyllium is taken at least one hour after or 4 hours or more before the drug is taken.
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Psyllium can be taken 1 to 3 times per day. It may require continued use for 2 to 3 days to provide optimal benefit. If psyllium has produced no effect within one week or if rectal bleeding occurs, stop taking psyllium and see your doctor.
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