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Is Naturolax Ispgol Powder Safe For High Bp And Diabetic Patient?
My father is 64 yrs. he is having BP and diabetes. he is having very high constipation problem. He has started taking naturolax ispgol powder and he is feeling much better with this. But can he continue to take this as he having the BP & Diabetes problem.
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Hi,
Ispaghula husk contains dietary fibre, which when mixed with water forms a gel-like mass that works as a mild laxative. It moves down the digestive system and makes the stools softer by increasing their water content. This drug can cause abdominal distention and flatulence as side effects. They are safe to be used in diabetics and hypertensives. They do not interfere with diabetic and hypertensive drugs.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Ispaghula husk contains dietary fibre, which when mixed with water forms a gel-like mass that works as a mild laxative. It moves down the digestive system and makes the stools softer by increasing their water content. This drug can cause abdominal distention and flatulence as side effects. They are safe to be used in diabetics and hypertensives. They do not interfere with diabetic and hypertensive drugs.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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