Fiber Forte Powder is a combination medicine used in the treatment of constipation. It works by softening the stools, thus helps in the easy passage of stools.

Fiber Forte Powder is a combination of two medicines: Fiber Forte Powder1 and Fiber Forte Powder2.

Uses of Fiber Forte Powder

Constipation

Benefits of Fiber Forte Powder

In Constipation

Fiber Forte Powder helps to stimulate bowel movements. It increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. It relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.

Side effects of Fiber Forte Powder

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fiber Forte

Flatulence
Stomach pain

How to use Fiber Forte Powder

Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Fiber Forte Powder is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Fiber Forte Powder does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fiber Forte Powder is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Fiber Forte Powder does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fiber Forte Powder may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fiber Forte Powder is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Fiber Forte Powder may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Fiber Forte Powder

₹180.0/Powder

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₹190/powder

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Osilax Powder

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₹187/powder

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Cachlax 10gm/3.5gm Powder

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Fiberfos 10gm/3.5gm Powder

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₹219.5/powder

22% costlier

Isablac Powder

Cipla Ltd

₹180/powder

same price

Quick tips

Fiber Forte Powder

Fiber Forte Powder is prescribed for short-term relief from constipation.
It should preferably be taken at bedtime as it requires 6 to 8 hours to show effect.
Take it at least 2 hours after taking other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach disorders such as appendicitis or a blockage in your bowel.
Do not take any other laxative along with Fiber Forte Powder without consulting your doctor.
Some healthy tips to prevent constipation from happening:
1. Eat more fiber in your diet. Recommended daily intake is 20-35g.
2. Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day.
3. Exercise regularly at least 3 times per week.
4. Do not hold in stool as that can worsen bowel issues.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

Suffering from frequent constipation. No fiber works

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Diabetology

Syp looz 15ml at night

suffered from heavy constipation i daily walk in morning life style is routine dont smoke don't drink

Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar

Internal Medicine

Take high fiber diet,like salad Powder Esapgul 2TSF with warm water in night for 15 days

Please suggest the treatment of following complaints 1. After defecation restlessness feels 2-3 times stool pass in morning 2. False sensation of defecation also feels 3. Normal hard stool pass 4.pain also felt in abdomen History of angioplasty and constipation Age -70yr SEX- male Retired army jawan Stool examination normal

Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar

Internal Medicine

Take Syp duphalac 30ml HS And take fiber diet to avoid constipation

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Marketer details

Name: Panacea Biotec Ltd

Address: Ambala- Chandigarh Highway, Lalru – 140501, Punjab

Country of origin: India

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