Glucomannan
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single · Oral
Accepted Names (English)
2Glucomannan(common)Glucomannan(proper)
Accepted Names (French)
2Glucomannan(common)Glucomannan(proper)
Approved Health Claims
4- Helps to lower cholesterol levels (by reducing cholesterol absorption from the gastrointestinal tract)
- (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
Approved Health Claims (Français)
4- Helps to lower cholesterol levels (by reducing cholesterol absorption from the gastrointestinal tract)
- (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
Approved Dose Ranges
2| Population | Dose Range | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Adults 18 years and older | 1–1.5 grams | per day |
| Adults 18 years and older | 0.5–5 grams | per day |
Cautions & Contraindications
8cautionAsk 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 product (FDA 2023).
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician before use if you have diabetes or a lazy bowel (UpToDate 2023; EMA 2013; Chen et al. 2003; Vuksan et al. 2001).
cautionAsk a health care practitioner/health care provider/health care professional/doctor/physician if symptoms worsen or if laxative effect does not occur within 7 days (Pray 2006; Repchinsky 2002).
contraindicationDo not use if you have difficulty swallowing (FDA 2023; Sweetman 2007; Vanderbeek et al. 2007; Henry et al. 1986).
contraindicationDo not use if you have fever or any undiagnosed gastrointestinal trouble (EMA 2013; Pray 2006; Berardi et al. 2002).
adverse_reactionStop use if hypersensitivity/allergy occurs (EMA 2013).
adverse_reactionWhen using this product you may experience temporary gas and bloating (Sood et al. 2008).
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