Natural Fiber Capsules
by Smart Sense · capsule · 160 capsules
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 0 72000 17975 8
- DSLD label 70538
- Serving 6 capsules
- 26 servings
Natural Fiber Capsules by Smart Sense lists 2 ingredients, 2 with an amount per serving of 6 capsules, such as 0.4 mg of iron and 30 mg of potassium, beside 4 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on February 24, 2017.
What is in Natural Fiber Capsules?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 6 capsules. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 10 Calories | ||
| Total Carbohydrates | 3 g | 1% | 47% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate give more (median 3 g). Per day at the most servings: 9 g. |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11% | Higher than 82% of 6,987 products listing fiber (median 2 g). Per day at the most servings: 15 g. |
| Soluble Fiber | 2 g | ||
| Protein | less than 1 g | ||
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | 92% of 6,910 products listing iron give more (median 5 mg). Per day at the most servings: 1.2 mg. |
| Potassium | 30 mg | 1% | 83% of 11,614 products listing potassium give more (median 99 mg). Per day at the most servings: 90 mg. |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 70538 (entered February 24, 2017), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- 92% of the 6,910 products that print an amount of iron list more than its 0.4 mg of iron (median 5 mg).
The NIH database records 3 servings a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
6 products list the very same ingredients; the nearest amounts come first.
- Fiber CapsulesSimply Right · off the market same ingredients
- MultiHealth Fiber Psyllium Fiber CapsulesMetamucil same ingredients
- Fiber CapsulesCVS Pharmacy same ingredients
- Natural FiberGuardian same ingredients
- Fiber CapsulesKirkland Signature same ingredients
- Fiber CapsulesKroger same ingredients
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Uses relieves: occasional constipation helps restore regularity promotes normal function of the bowel
- Directions Take this product (child of adult use) with a full glass of water (8oz.) or other fluid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Swallow capsules one at a time Daily maximum 3 doses Dosage will vary according to diet, exercise, previous laxative use or severity of constipation Product generally produces effect in 12 - 72 hours. Adults and children 12 years & older 5 capsules, 1 to 3 times a day Children 6 to 11 years consider use of powder form of product Children under 6 years ask a doctor
- Fiber Supplement Information Uses An easy way to increase your daily fiber intake. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that inlcude 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk, as in this product, may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One serving of this product provides 2.4 grams of this soluble fiber. Consult your doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
- Directions Adults 12 yrs. & older: 2-6 capsules for increasing daily fiber intake; 6 capsules for cholesterol lowering use. Take this product with 8oz. of liquid (swallow 1 capsule at a time) up to 3 times daily. Notice: Take this product with at least 8 oz. (a full glass) of liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.
- Warnings
- Warnings Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.
- Ask doctor before use if you have Abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting Difficulty in swallowing A sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
- Allergy alert: this product may cause an allergic reaction in people sensitive to inhaled or ingested psyllium
- Stop use and ask a doctor if You fail to have a bowel movement after use Rectal bleeding occurs Symptoms persist more than 1 week
- Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. (1-800-222-1222)
- Laxatives, including bulk fibers, may affect how well medicines work. If you are taking a prescription medicine by mouth, take this product at least 2 hours before or 2 hours after the prescribed medicine.
- Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. See choking warning. Swallow capsules one at a time Daily maximum 3 doses
- Drug Facts (continued) Other information Do not use if printed seal under cap is torn or missing
- Consult your doctor if you are considering use of this product as part of a cholesterol-lowering program.
- Warnings Read entire label, including warnings in Drug Facts.
- Notice: Take this product with at least 8 oz. (a full glass) of liquid. Taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking. Do not take if you have difficulty swallowing.
- Storage
- Store at room temperature Protect contents from moisture
Source: label statements in DSLD label 70538.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Psyllium, Gelatin, Polysorbate 80, Caramel color, Shellac, Iron Oxide.
Seals and symbols as the label prints them (the maker's; a certifier's own list confirms a seal): Made in USA.
How many labels does Natural Fiber Capsules have?
One label is on file, entered on February 24, 2017.
- Label 70538 (current) Entered February 24, 2017 · on the market · 160 capsules · UPC 0 72000 17975 8
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Kmart Corporation (distributor), Hoffman Estates, IL. All Smart Sense products.