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Glucomannan

198licensed products
1 monograph
Capsule, Powder, Kit +2

Health Canada Monographs

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Approved Health Claims

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  • (Used in Herbal Medicine as a) bulk-forming laxative
  • (Used in Herbal Medicine to) promote(s) bowel movements (by increasing bulk volume and water content)
  • (Used in Herbal Medicine to) provide(s) gentle relief of constipation and/or irregularity
  • Helps to lower cholesterol levels (by reducing cholesterol absorption from the gastrointestinal tract)

Conditions Requiring Product Details

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These official statements are conditional. They are not presented as approved for Glucomannan until the product’s ingredients, dose, or claim context proves that they apply.

Caution to verifyAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms worsen or if laxative effect does not occur within 7 daysGLUCOMANNAN · Laxative; Promotion of bowel movement; Constipation relief

Approved Dose Ranges

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PopulationDose RangeFrequency
Adults 18 years and older
Laxative; Promotion of bowel movement; Constipation relief
0.5–5 gramsper day
Adults 18 years and older
Lowering of cholesterol
1–1.5 gramsper day

Cautions & Contraindications

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adverse_reactionStop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occursApplies to: All products
adverse_reactionWhen using this product you may experience temporary gas and bloatingApplies to: All products
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeedingApplies to: All products
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have diabetes or a lazy bowelApplies to: All products
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician immediately if you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty swallowing or breathing after taking this productApplies to: All products
contraindicationDo not use if you have difficulty swallowingApplies to: All products
contraindicationDo not use if you have fever or any undiagnosed gastrointestinal troubleApplies to: All products

Alternative Names

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Glucomannan(common)Glucomannan

Common Quantities in Licensed Products

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500 mg55 licensed products
500 milligrams26 licensed products
200 milligrams23 licensed products
1 g17 licensed products
100 mg13 licensed products
150 milligrams13 licensed products
1000 mg13 licensed products
100 milligrams11 licensed products
1 Grams10 licensed products
150 mg10 licensed products

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