senna/psyllium seed-oral, Perdiem

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GENERIC NAME: SENNA/PSYLLIUM SEED - ORAL (SEN-uh/SILL-ee-um seed)

BRAND NAME(S): Perdiem

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This is a combination laxative used to treat constipation.

HOW TO USE: Measure the appropriate amount, place the powder directly into your mouth and swallow. Do not chew the powder. Follow this by drinking at least 8 ounces (240 ml) of a cool liquid. Taking this product without a sufficient amount of liquid may cause choking. It is not necessary to mix this in a liquid prior to ingestion. Take this as directed. Do not increase your dose or take this more often than instructed. Do not give this medication to children less than 7 years old.

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