Psyllium husk
Also appears on labels as: psyllium, psyllium seed husk, psyllium husk powder, powdered psyllium seed husk
The seed husk of the Plantago plant, which forms a gel in water.
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- Where it comes from
- Largely grown and processed in India.
- Why it's in the product
- Regulates stool consistency in both directions. Well supported for fiber-responsive digestive issues in dogs and cats.
- Safety and toxicity
- Safe. Needs adequate water intake, since its whole mechanism is absorbing fluid.
- Interactions and who should be careful
- Can slow the absorption of medication given at the same time. Space doses apart if your pet is on oral drugs.
General reference, not veterinary advice. Dose, breed, and existing conditions change the answer, so talk to your vet before changing what your pet eats. Think we got this wrong? Tell us and we log it publicly.
Found in 17 scored products
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