Citrucel FAQs
How much does Citrucel cost without insurance?
Without insurance coverage, the average cost of Citrucel is around $19.17 for 60, 500mg tablets of Citrucel. SingleCare can help you to save on this total with our Citrucel savings cards. Pay $10.62 for your Citrucel prescription refill participating pharmacies.
How much does Citrucel cost with insurance?
Medications such as Citrucel usually do not qualify for coverage from most insurance There may be situations where your doctor will write a prescription for Citrucel, however, these may be very rare. Citrucel coupons are your best option when purchasing Citrucel. Pay $10.62 for Citrucel when you use your SingleCare savings card at participating pharmacies.
Does Medicare cover Citrucel and how much does it cost?
Citrucel is not currently covered by Medicare. You may have to pay the full cash price of $19.17 for 60, 500mg tablets for Citrucel. SingleCare can help you to save on this medication with a SingleCare discount card. This card can be redeemed at participating neighborhood pharmacies and reduces your Citrucel cost to $10.62 for 1, 454gm of jar.
Is there a generic of Citrucel?
Citrucel is a brand-name over-the-counter medication. The generic version of Citrucel is methylcellulose.
What is Citrucel?
Citrucel is an FDA-approved laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help soften and make them easier to pass. Citrucel can be used as a part of fiber therapy to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements without causing excess gas
Citrucel products come in the form of an oral powder for reconstitution and a 500 mg oral caplets. Follow the instructions provided on the medication packaging or your doctor's instructions when using Citrucel. Your doctor may recommend a dose for you based on your current medical condition and your body's response to treatment. Do not use more than the recommended dose of this medication
Ask your doctor if Citrucel is safe for you to use, especially if you have irritable bowel syndrome, trouble swallowing, or if you have been constipated for more than one week. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before taking this medication as it may cause complications.
What are the side effects of Citrucel?
While Citrucel may be effective in treating constipation, it may also cause some unwanted side effects including chest pain, vomiting, severe diarrhea, or stomach pain. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any of these effects.
Stop using this medication and seek immediate medical attention if you begin to notice signs of an allergic reaction such as hives, itching, peeling skin, wheezing, tightness in your chest or throat, trouble breathing, unusual hoarseness, or swelling of the mouth, lips, face, or tongue.
This is not a complete list of side effects. Other effects not listed here may also occur while you are taking this medication. Check with your healthcare provider for complete medical advice on the risks and benefits involved with using Citrucel.
