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Benefiber Powder Benefiber Powder

Benefiber Powder

Quantity Description: box of 100 gm Powder
Manufacturer: Novartis India Ltd
Price: ₹ 149.0

Information about Benefiber Powder

Benefiber Powder contains Wheat dextrin (100%). Wheat dextrin is a soluble form of fiber that is used as a supplement to promote regularity and digestive health, and can be used in any non-carbonated beverage. It can also be mixed into foods.

Benefiber Powder is used in the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

  • Supplement the fiber content of your diet,
  • Brings regularity to bowel movements and is beneficial to overall digestive health.

Use under medical supervision.

Composition :

Benefiber Powder is composed of Wheat Dextrin (100%).

Usage :

  • Treatment of irregular bowel movements - It is used to regularise the bowel movements and hence plays a role to relieve us from digestive issues like constipation.
  • Fibre supplement - It serves as a supplement for the fibre requirements of our body. Fibres in our diet routine are important for weight loss too.

Directions of use:

  • For those who are 12 years of age and older, the recommended dosage is two teaspoons of Benefiber powder, taken three times per day.
  • For children 6 to 11 years of age, the recommended dosage is one teaspoon of Benefiber powder, taken three times per day.
  • For children under 6 years of age, it is recommended to consult with a doctor before using.

Benefits :

  1. Stimulates bowel movements and prevents constipation.
  2. Improves the functioning of the digestive system.
  3. Serves as the fibre supplement.
  4. Aids in weight loss.
  5. Helps to maintain an overall quality of life.

Side effects :

  • Bloating
  • Flatulence
  • Stomach cramps
Ques: What is Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder is a natural fibre supplement which is used mainly to regularise the bowel movements and helps to improve the functioning of our digestive system.
Ques: What are the uses of Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder is used to stimulate the bowel movements and hence regularise the functioning of the digestive system. It also helps in weight loss.
Ques: Can Benefiber Powder be taken on an empty stomach or with or without food ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder should be taken with food and not on an empty stomach, as directed by the doctor.
Ques: How to consume Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber powder is a soluble form of fibre supplement. Hence, it can be taken by dissolving a recommended quantity of powder in any food or beverages such as smoothies, carbonated drinks etc. the prescribed quantity is usually one to two teaspoons depending upon the age.
Ques: What are the storage instructions for Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder should be stored at room temperature in a cool dry place in its original packaging . it should remain unreachable to children and pets.
Ques: What is the frequency at which we should consume Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder should be taken at a recommended frequency of three times per day as directed by the physician.
Ques: Can Benefiber Powder interact with other medicines ?
Ans: Yes, Benefiber Powder can interfere with absorption with other medicines, hence it should be taken approximately 2 hours before or after taking the medicines.
Ques: What are the other measures we should take along with Benefiber Powder to improve quality of life ?
Ans: Along with taking Benefiber Powder, we can implement some healthy lifestyle measures including consumption of a more fibrous diet, physical activities and exercises and drinking sufficient amounts of water daily.
Ques: Is there any contraindication related with the consumption of Benefiber Powder ?
Ans: Benefiber Powder should not be consumed by a person who is allergic to its ingredient which is wheat dextrin. It should not be taken in case of chronic constipation.
Ques: Is Benefiber Powder safe to be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women ?
Ans: Consultation with a doctor is necessary when Benefiber Powder is going to be consumed by a pregnant or breastfeeding woman.

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In the morning I did blood with stool (poti). Color of stool is normal and blood drops in the middle of the stool. It was first time in life! What would be the reason?

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
In the morning I did blood with stool (poti). Color of stool is normal and blood drops in the middle of the stool. It...
Causes: Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus that can be painful, itchy, and can sometimes bleed (figure 1). Painless rectal bleeding with a bowel movement is a common symptom of hemorrhoids. Bright red blood typically coats the stool or blood may drip into the toilet or stain toilet paper. Suggestion: Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Bathe or shower daily to cleanse the skin around the anus. Decrease straining with bowel movements. Increase fiber in the diet with supplements such as Metamucil, Benefiber, or foods such as prunes. Avoid sitting on the toilet too long.

I am 18 years old male and since 1 month its bleeding in my stool and I am feeling low energy. What should I do?

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
I am 18 years old male and since 1 month its bleeding in my stool and I am feeling low energy. What should I do?
Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Bathe or shower daily to cleanse the skin around the anus. Decrease straining with bowel movements. Increase fiber in the diet with supplements such as Metamucil, Benefiber, or foods such as prunes. Avoid sitting on the toilet too long.
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I am 27 year old man. Blood is coming in the stool from the last two days. What can be the disease.

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
I am 27 year old man. Blood is coming in the stool from the last two days. What can be the disease.
Simple home care of rectal bleeding include: Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Bathe or shower daily to cleanse the skin around the anus. Decrease straining with bowel movements. Increase fiber in the diet with supplements such as Metamucil, Benefiber, or foods such as prunes. Avoid sitting on the toilet too long.

I fell very painfull because toilet se blood ata hi aur pain bhut hota hi please gave suggestion quickly.

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
I fell very painfull because toilet se blood ata hi aur pain bhut hota hi please gave suggestion quickly.
Home Remedies: Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Bathe or shower daily to cleanse the skin around the anus. Decrease straining with bowel movements. Increase fiber in the diet with supplements such as Metamucil, Benefiber, or foods such as prunes. Avoid sitting on the toilet too long.
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Hi doctor, I am suffering with blood bleeding from my anus, can you tell me wt the problem I am facing. While I am going to wash room its paining from mrng onwards its started. What is the problem can you tell me which stage I am.

Diploma In Gastroenterology, Diploma In Dermatology, BHMS
Homeopath, Hyderabad
Drink 8-10 glasses of water per day. Bathe or shower daily to cleanse the skin around the anus. Decrease straining with bowel movements. Increase fiber in the diet with supplements such as Metamucil, Benefiber, or foods such as prunes. Avoid sitting on the toilet too long.
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