mucofalk

Mucofalk is a bulk-forming laxative and phytopharmaceutical product whose active ingredient is the ground husks of Plantago ovata seeds (also known as ispaghula or Indian psyllium). It acts by absorbing water in the intestine, swelling to increase stool mass and volume. This promotes peristalsis and facilitates easier bowel movements. Mucofalk is used for chronic constipation, conditions requiring soft stools (such as anal fissures, hemorrhoids, post-rectal surgery), supportive treatment of diarrhea of various causes, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and as an adjunct in hypercholesterolemia. The mechanism relies on its high content of soluble dietary fiber that binds water and forms a lubricating gel-like mass in the gut[2][3][4][6][9].

Brand names

Mucofalk

Other names

ispaghula huskPlantago ovata seed shellsIndian psyllium huskpsyllium seed husk