Slippery Elm 400mg 120c

Description:

Slippery Elm has been used traditionally in Western herbal medicine for its demulcent and nutritive properties. It is a source of water-soluble and water-insoluble fibre, which swells upon contact with water, providing a protective effect.

Indications

• Traditionally used in Western herbal medicine:
• As a demulcent to soothe irritated tissues and gastrointestinal tract mucous membranes
• To reduce loose stools and diarrhoea
• To help relieve mild gastrointestinal tract inflammation

Dose:

Adults: 2-3 vegie capsules 2-3 times daily.

Ingredients:

Each vegie capsule contains:

Ulmus rubra (Slippery Elm) stem bark powder 400 mg

Allergen Information:

• No added: Gluten, soya bean, milk, lactose, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, crustacea, egg, sesame seeds, artificial sweeteners, colours or flavours
• Suitable for vegans and vegetarians

Excipients

Calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, disodium edetate, gellan gum, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, potassium acetate, povidone, silicon dioxide, water.

Warning:

• Contraindicated in intestinal obstruction
• Take with plenty of water to reduce the risk of oesophageal obstruction
• Consume at least 2 hours away from ingestion of medication
• Discontinue 7 days prior to general anaesthesia
• Seek medical advice if diarrhoea persists for more than 6 hours in infants under 6 months, 12 hours in children under 3 years, 24 hours in children aged 3 to 6 years or 48 hours in adults and children over 6 years.
• If patient symptoms persist, seek additional professional advice.