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Fibercon

calcium polycarbophil · Fibercon is an over-the-counter drug containing calcium polycarbophil, made by 2 manufacturers.

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Oral
Manufacturers
2

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

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Active ingredients

(in each caplet) Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil

Purpose

Bulk-forming laxative

Uses

Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Directions

Take each dose of this product with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of water or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. FiberCon works with your body so continued use for one to three days is normally required to provide full benefit. Dosage may vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation. adults and children 12 years of age and over: 2 caplets per dose. Do not take more than 8 caplets in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor. children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor

Warnings

Choking Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention. Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work. When using this product do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Ask a doctor before use

Abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use

Taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

When using this product

Do not use for more than 7 days unless directed by a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor

Rectal bleeding occurs or if you fail to have a bowel movement after use of this or any other laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Keep out of reach of children

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other information

Each caplet contains: 125 mg calcium protect contents from moisture store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive ingredients

Caramel, crospovidone, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, polyethylene glycol, silicon dioxide, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid

Questions?

Call 1-888-594-0677 weekdays 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM EST

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 2 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Tablet625 mgoral2

Manufacturers and labels

2 FDA labels

  • Medtech Products Inc.Shown hereM007 · Label 08/18/2026 · NDC 63029-170Full label
  • Foundation Consumer BrandsM007 · Label 03/12/2026 · NDC 80070-500Full label

Fibercon: common questions

What is Fibercon used for?
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Is Fibercon a prescription drug?
No. Fibercon is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Fibercon?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Fiber Laxative, Calcium Polycarbophil, Fiber Caplets, Fiber Lax.
Who makes Fibercon?
2 manufacturers list Fibercon with the FDA, including Medtech Products Inc., Foundation Consumer Brands.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 08/18/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice

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