Methylcellulose
- Atc Codes:A06AC06
- CAS Codes:9004-67-5
- PHARMGKB ID:9004-67-5
Table of contents
- Brand Names
- Chemistry
- Pharmacologic Category
- Therapeutic Use
- Pregnancy and Lactation Implications
- Warnings and Precautions
- Adverse Reactions
- Drug Interactions
- Dosage
- Special Considerations
Brand Names
Europe
Ireland: Celevac; Luxembourg: Citrucel, Methylcellulose; Netherlands: Methylcellulose; Portugal: Davilose; Spain: Muciplazma; UK: Celevac.
North America
Canada: Entrocel; USA: Citrucel.
Latin America
Mexico: Celulose.
Asia
Japan: Metholol.
Drug combinations
Chemistry
Methylcellulose: Cellulose, methyl ether. CAS-9004-67-5.
Pharmacologic Category
Cathartics and Laxatives. (ATC-Code: A06AC06).
Mechanism of action
Therapeutic use
Adjunct in treatment of constipation.
Pregnancy and lactiation implications
Benefits of use should outweigh possible risks.
Unlabeled use
Contraindications
Warnings and precautions
Should not be used for longer than 1 week unless directed by healthcare provider.