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Botanical Profile

Karaya

sterculia urens

Medicinal Actions

Conditions Treated

Colitis Constipation Diverticulosis

Safety & Contraindications

Bulking agents should not be taken by those with stenotic lesions of the GI tract. May lead to bowel obstruction if fluid intake is inadequate. Do not take bulking agents when laying down or at bedtime. Do not use with antiperistaltics.