Methylcellulose Benefits & Uses

Methylcellulose is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Methylcellulose Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Methylcellulose Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Methylcellulose is used -

Common

Stomach cramps
Nausea or vomiting
Bloating or fullness
Diarrhoea

Unknown

Itching or burning
Skin Rash
Chest Pain

Methylcellulose Related Warnings

Is the use of Methylcellulose safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Methylcellulose on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Methylcellulose safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Methylcellulose in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Methylcellulose is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Methylcellulose on the Kidneys?

Methylcellulose does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Methylcellulose on the Liver?

Methylcellulose is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Methylcellulose on the Heart?

Methylcellulose is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Methylcellulose with Other Drugs

Methylcellulose should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Lactulose

Mild

Acarbose

Glimepiride

Frequently asked Questions about Methylcellulose

Is this Methylcellulose habit forming or addictive?

Methylcellulose is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Methylcellulose will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Methylcellulose only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Methylcellulose for mental disorders.

No

Methylcellulose Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Methylcellulose

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Methylcellulose and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Methylcellulose

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Methylcellulose and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown