A gelling powder for strictly controlled use

Thanks to its ability to swell upon contact with water, psyllium husk powder works by increasing stool volume, thus gently stimulating intestinal peristalsis. It is also used to promote satiety, limit cholesterol absorption, and slow the rise in blood sugar. Its powdered form allows for rapid assimilation, but requires controlled handling.

Description

Very fine, light beige to cream-colored powder, neutral flavor, odorless. Water soluble with rapid formation of a thick gel. Pharmaceutical grade, purity ≥ 95% (seed coat only).

Nomenclature

• Common name: Blond psyllium, ispaghul
• Latin name: Plantago ovata
• Family: Plantaginaceae
• Part used: Seed coat (pericarp of the seed)
• Form: Powder (bulk or packaged)
• Origin: India
• English name: Psyllium husk powder
• Name in German: Flohsamenschalenpulver
• Name in Spanish: Psyllium Husk Powder
• Name in Italian: Polvere di cuticola di psillio
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق قشور الإسبغول

Main virtues

Bulk laxative, gelling fiber, transit regulator, prebiotic effect, nutritional adjuvant (cholesterol, satiety).

Main constituents

Mucilages (arabinoxylans), hemicellulose, cellulose, traces of proteins and minerals (calcium, potassium).

Professional use and dosage

• Forms of use: oral powders, capsules, sachets – strictly in pharmacies or by authorized professionals.
• Average dosage: 3 to 5 g of powder per dose, with 250 ml of water – up to 3 times/day according to medical advice.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Do not use without medical advice.
• Contraindicated in cases of intestinal obstruction, digestive stenosis or swallowing disorders.
• May interact with medications: space doses 2 hours apart.
• Stay well hydrated to avoid any risk of intestinal blockage forming.

History and regulated use

Widely used in traditional Eastern medicine, blond psyllium is recognized in the West as an effective therapeutic fiber. In France, its concentrated husk form (powder) is classified among the substances under pharmaceutical control, requiring supervision for its safe use.

Miscellaneous information

• Packaging: pharmaceutical sachet or sealed opaque jar.
• Storage: in a cool, dry place, away from light.
• Shelf life: 24 months.
• TARIC customs code: 1211.90.86.00

Sources and references

• ANSM – Herbal Medicines (pharmaceutical monopoly)
• Wikiphyto – https://www.wikiphyto.org/wiki/Psyllium
• EFSA – Novel Food / Food Additives Files
• Order of June 24, 2014 – Plants subject to restriction (Legifrance)

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