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Been Using Psyllium Husk, Irritation In Throat, Cough. Is It A Reaction? What Can I Do?

I have been using psyllium husk for quite some time and I noticed that every time I use it, I get an irritation in my throat that would make me cough . I searched online and noted that there has been cases of people reacting violently to dust from psyllium. The articles included ways to minimize sensitivity to psyllium (wear a mask, scoop it out, don’t pour the powder etc etc). I tried to follow all these but I am still reacting to the psyllium. I don’t want to risk taking pysllium anymore, so want to find an alternative fiber supplement . I have taken inulin and oat bran in the past, but they do not work as well for me because they work differently than psyllium. I’d like to find a fiber supplement that has the closest mechanism of action as psyllium. So my question is: Is there an alternative to psyllium that has the same mechanism of action as psyllium?
Thu, 26 Sep 2013
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Dear friend,

Thanks for posting your query on this website. I can fully appreciate your concern for your problem.

1. You can use Guar Gum powder as a substitute for psyllium.

2. The dose of Guar Gum is 5gm twice daily, to be taken with at least one glass of water.



I am confident that you will certainly benefit from the advice.

May I assure you that I am always available for your assistance and will try my best to cure your condition to the best of my experience and knowledge.

Please feel free to revert back to me in case of further clarifications, if any.

HAVE A NICE DAY AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY.

Fond Regards,

Dr.(Col) R Karanwal
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Been Using Psyllium Husk, Irritation In Throat, Cough. Is It A Reaction? What Can I Do?

Dear friend, Thanks for posting your query on this website. I can fully appreciate your concern for your problem. 1. You can use Guar Gum powder as a substitute for psyllium. 2. The dose of Guar Gum is 5gm twice daily, to be taken with at least one glass of water. I am confident that you will certainly benefit from the advice. May I assure you that I am always available for your assistance and will try my best to cure your condition to the best of my experience and knowledge. Please feel free to revert back to me in case of further clarifications, if any. HAVE A NICE DAY AND A SPEEDY RECOVERY. Fond Regards, Dr.(Col) R Karanwal