Cáscara de ispágula para el estreñimiento

About ispaghula husk

Estreñimiento is a common problem which can be caused by a number of things. Not eating enough fibre or not drinking enough fluid can cause constipation. Some conditions (such as pregnancy) can cause constipation, as can a lack of exercise or movement (such as being ill in bed) and some medicines.

Often, increasing the amount of fibre (bran) in your diet and drinking plenty of water each day can effectively prevent or relieve constipation. You will have been recommended ispaghula husk to help relieve constipation if you cannot increase the amount of fibre in your diet, or if this is insufficient. Ispaghula husk, a laxantes, works by increasing the bulk of your stools, which encourages your bowels to move the stools through your digestive system, in turn relieving constipation.

Sachets containing granules of ispaghula husk are available on prescription, and can also be bought without a prescription at pharmacies and other retail outlets.

Before taking ispaghula husk

To make sure this is the right treatment for you, ask for advice from a doctor or pharmacist before you start using ispaghula husk if any of the following apply to you:

• Si estás embarazada, intentando concebir o amamantando. Esto se debe a que, mientras esperas o alimentas a un bebé, solo debes tomar medicamentos bajo la recomendación de un médico.

• Si es para un niño. Esto se debe a que los laxantes solo deben administrarse a los niños bajo el consejo de un médico o profesional de la salud.

• If you have any problems with the way your kidneys work or you are on a potassium-controlled diet.

• Si tienes alguna dificultad para tragar.

• Si estás tan estreñido que crees que puedes tener una obstrucción.

• Si está tomando otros medicamentos. Esto incluye cualquier medicamento que esté tomando y que esté disponible para comprar sin receta, así como medicamentos herbales y complementarios.

• Si alguna vez has tenido una reacción alérgica a un medicamento.

How to take ispaghula husk

• Before you start the treatment, read the manufacturer's printed information leaflet from inside the pack. It will give you more information about ispaghula husk and will provide you with a full list of the side-effects which you may experience.

• Take ispaghula husk exactly as your doctor tells you to, or as directed on the pack. The usual dose for an adult is one sachet taken twice a day. Pour the granules from the sachet into a glass of water (about 150 ml), stir well, and then drink the liquid as soon as possible.

• It is best if you take your doses just after a meal. Never take a dose at bedtime.

• If a doctor or healthcare professional has recommended ispaghula husk for your child, check the label on the pack carefully to make sure that you give the correct dose for the age of your child. Remember to stir the granules into a glass of water before giving the mixture to your child.

• Si olvida tomar una dosis, no se preocupe, simplemente tome la siguiente dosis cuando corresponda. No tome dos dosis juntas para compensar una dosis olvidada.

Obteniendo el máximo de tu tratamiento

• Sometimes it may take a few days before you feel the full benefit from a bulk-forming laxative such as ispaghula husk. However, if after several days you do not feel that your symptoms are improving, or if they become any worse, you should speak with a doctor.

• It is important to drink plenty while you are taking ispaghula husk. Adults should aim to drink at least two litres (about 8-10 cups) of fluid per day. Most sorts of drink will do, but as a start, try just drinking a glass of water 3-4 times a day in addition to what you normally drink.

• Intenta comer una dieta equilibrada que contenga alimentos ricos en fibra, como panes y cereales integrales, frutas y verduras, arroz integral y pasta integral. Si no estás acostumbrado a una dieta alta en fibra, puede ser mejor aumentar la cantidad de fibra que consumes gradualmente.

• Mantener tu cuerpo activo te ayudará a mantener en movimiento tu sistema digestivo, así que intenta hacer ejercicio diario de forma regular.

• You may wish to include some foods in your diet that contain sorbitol. Sorbitol is a naturally occurring sugar. It is not digested very well and draws water into your bowel which has an effect of softening stools. Fruits (and their juices) that have a high sorbitol content include apples, apricots, gooseberries, grapes (and raisins), peaches, pears, plums, prunes, raspberries and strawberries.

• You can read more about how to prevent or treat constipation in the separate leaflets called Estreñimiento (for adults) and Estreñimiento en Niños.

Can ispaghula husk cause problems?

Along with their useful effects, most medicines can cause unwanted side-effects although not everyone experiences them. The table below contains the ones which sometimes occur with ispaghula husk. You will find a full list in the manufacturer's information leaflet supplied with your medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following continue or become troublesome.

If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to the granules, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for further advice.

How to store ispaghula husk

• Mantenga todos los medicamentos fuera del alcance y la vista de los niños.

• Almacenar en un lugar fresco y seco, lejos del calor y la luz directos.

Información importante sobre todos los medicamentos