Who can and cannot take Fybogel

Most adults can take Fybogel, including while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Only give Fybogel to a child under 6 years old if it's been prescribed by a doctor.

Fybogel is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking Fybogel if you have:

• ever had an allergic reaction to Fybogel or any other medicine
• any changes in your poo, such as having blood in it, or how often you need to poo, which are unusual for you and has lasted longer than 2 weeks
• tummy pain and you feel sick or are being sick, these could be signs of a blockage in your bowel
• muscle weakness of the bowel (colonic atony)
• difficulty swallowing or any throat problems
• a rare genetic condition called phenylketonuria