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Contact SupplierWe are offering isabgol seeds. Psyllium, also referred to as ispaghula (or isphagula), is derived from the husks of the seeds of plantago ovata. Psyllium contains a high level of soluble dietary fiber, and is the chief ingredient in many commonly used bulk laxatives, including products such as metamucil® and serutan®.
Psyllium has been studied as a “non-systemic” cholesterol-lowering agent, with generally modest effects seen on total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein levels. Several psyllium-containing cereals such as heartwise® and bran buds® have appeared in the u.s. Marketplace during the last 15 years and have been touted for their potential lipid-lowering and “heart health promoting” effects.
Allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, have been reported, particularly in healthcare workers with previous experience preparing psyllium-containing bulk laxatives. Obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract by such laxatives has also been reported, particularly in patients with prior bowel surgeries or anatomic abnormalities, or when mixed with inadequate amounts of water.