Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Psyllium (often referred to as Asian psyllium or Plantago ovata) is a well-established bulk-forming laxative used to support and treat constipation, including in children. The primary mechanism involves psyllium’s high soluble fiber content, which absorbs water in the gut, increasing stool bulk and moisture, thus stimulating peristalsis and easing defecation. Multiple clinical studies have examined psyllium’s efficacy in pediatric constipation. For example, randomized controlled trials have shown that psyllium supplementation can significantly improve stool frequency and consistency in children with chronic constipation compared to placebo or standard treatments. Both the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (NASPGHAN) and the European Society (ESPGHAN) include psyllium as a recommended option for fiber supplementation in functional constipation in children, although they advise considering individual tolerance and fluid intake. Safety profiles are generally favorable, with minor gastrointestinal side effects (e.g., bloating) reported, and rare cases of esophageal or bowel obstruction when not taken with adequate fluids. Overall, robust scientific evidence and international guideline support underlie the use of psyllium for pediatric constipation, justifying its role as an evidence-based intervention in this context.

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Other ingredients used for Constipation (children)

2'-Fucosyllactose
aloe vera
apple
apricot
bacillus coagulans
bamboo
basil
beet
myrobalan
bifidobacterium bifidum
bifidobacterium breve
bifidobacterium infantis
bifidobacterium lactis
bifidobacterium longum
bio ecolian (proprietary)
blackberry
blueberry
bасора
carrot
chamomile
chicory
cinnamon
citrus sinensis (proprietary)
coconut milk
Coptis chinensis
cowage seed
cucumber
turmeric
d-sorbitol
fennel
fiber blend (proprietary)
fructooligosaccharides (FOS)
fruit and vegetable blend (proprietary)
grape
green banana
guar gum
cellulose
Indian tinospora
inulin
isomalto-oligosaccharide
jujube
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus bulgaricus
lactobacillus gasseri
lactobacillus reuteri
lemon
mannitol
moringa
nettle
orange
pear
phellodendron amurense
pineapple
plum fruit
pomegranate
potato starch
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
prune
psyllium
pumpkin
raspberry
rhizome
slippery elm bark
sorbitol
spinach
streptococcus thermophilus
tomato
triphala
almond fruit
vegetable and fruit blend (proprietary)
seaweed
watermelon
squawvine
cascara sagrada
tangerine
atractylodes
papaya
mugwort
Indian bael
nut grass
alpinia galangal
anise
punarnava
blackboard tree
root tuber
dioscorea
dodder
sweet flag
polyphenols
senna
peach
indigo leaves
soursop
Agar
Anthraquinone
Ardisia
Amomum
Alexandrian senna
Aloin
Appleblossom Cassia
Asam gelugor
Asteracea
Arabinoxylan
Allium tuberosum
Amor seco
Atractylone
Black Seed
Bifidobacterium
Bifidobacterium adolescentis
Bidens pilosa
Broussonetia
Bishop's Weed
Belleric myrobalan
Bran
Bitter Grass
Bael
Butternut
black salt
Bifidobacterium animalis
Bee products
Bombax
Borassus Palm
Bacteria
Bifidobacteria
Bacillus
Bassia scoparia
Bottle gourd
Borneol
Coconut
Curry leaf
Cascaroside
Cactus
Cynomorium
Citrus
Cantaloupe
Cyclanthera pedata
Chenopodium
Curcuma
Cabbage
Chirata
Clostridium butyricum
Castor Oil
Celosia
Currant
Chondrus
Dianthrone
Date
Eclipta
Fig
Fiber
Galangal
Phosphate Salt
Rhubarb
Wheat
Zucchini

Other health conditions supported by Asian Psyllium

Cholesterol (high)
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Diabetes
Diarrhea
Diverticulitis
Gas and Bloating
Indigestion
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Metabolic Syndrome
Triglycerides (high)
Ulcers
Weight Loss

Products containing Asian Psyllium

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