| Identification | Back Directory | [Name]
Psyllium | [CAS]
8063-16-9 | [Synonyms]
Plantag
Psyllium
ISPAGULA
ISPHAGULA
ISPHAGHULA
PSYLLIUMGUM
ISPAGHULAGUM
PLANTAGOSEED
PSYLLIUMPOWDER
PSYLLIUMCEREAL
ISPAGHULASEEDS
ISPAGHULAPOWDER
PSYLLIUMSEEDGUM
PSYLLIUMSEEDHUSK
PSYLLIUMSEED(BLOND)
PSYLLIUMSEEDHUSKGUM
TAINFUCHEM: Psyllium
Psyllium hydrophylic mucilloid
ISPAGHULA HUSK / PSYLLIUM SEED HUSK | [Molecular Formula]
C33H66O2 | [MOL File]
8063-16-9.mol | [Molecular Weight]
494.876 |
| Chemical Properties | Back Directory | [Odor]
dark-reddish brn., odorless, almost tasteless | [Uses]
Psyllium is a gum obtained from the plant of the plantago genus. it
hydrates slowly to form a viscous dispersion of concentrations up to
1%. a clear, gelatinous mass is formed at 2%. it is used in bulk laxa-
tives. psyllium husk, having a purity of no less than 95% is a source
of beta-glucan soluble fiber. | [CAS DataBase Reference]
8063-16-9 |
| Hazard Information | Back Directory | [Chemical Properties]
Light yellow-brown powder with a slightly distinctive odor. Its aqueous solution is highly viscous and can form a silky, transparent solution. When heated to 90°C, it forms a viscoelastic gel. It has a weak water-holding capacity and dries easily. Upon contact with water, it first swells and then gradually hydrates. If the hydration time or speed is insufficient, it can easily become granular. | [Definition]
ChEBI:Psyllic acid is a very long-chain fatty acid. | [Clinical Use]
Bulk-forming laxative | [Drug interactions]
Potentially hazardous interactions with other drugs None known | [Metabolism]
The mode of action of Fybogel is physical and does not depend on absorption into the systemic circulation |
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