Psyllium untuk High Cholesterol (Hyperlipidemia)
AFDA-approved health claim. Meta-analysis of 28 RCTs shows 12.5 mg/dL LDL reduction at 10g/day. AHA/ACC endorsed as therapeutic lifestyle change. Dual benefit: cholesterol and blood pressure reduction.
Kesimpulan
FDA-approved health claim. Meta-analysis of 28 RCTs shows 12.5 mg/dL LDL reduction at 10g/day. AHA/ACC endorsed as therapeutic lifestyle change. Dual benefit: cholesterol and blood pressure reduction.
Key Statistics
28
Studi
2000
Peserta
Positive
Peringkat
Dosage & Usage
mg = milligrams · mcg = micrograms (1,000× smaller) · IU = International Units
Dosis yang Umum Digunakan
- general:
- 5-10g/day (start low at 3g/day and increase gradually)
- cholesterolreduction:
- 10-12g/day soluble fiber from psyllium
- fdahealthclaimlevel:
- 7g/day
Batas atas: Not formally established; gradual titration to avoid GI discomfort
Waktu terbaik diminum: With meals (before or during) with at least 240 mL (8 oz) water per dose
Safety & Side Effects
Efek Samping yang Dilaporkan
- ⚠ Bloating and gas (especially when starting — resolves with gradual titration)
- ⚠ Abdominal cramping
- ⚠ Choking hazard if taken without adequate water
- ⚠ Allergic reactions (rare, in healthcare workers with occupational exposure)
Interaksi yang Diketahui
- ● All oral medications (may reduce absorption — take medications 1-2 hours before psyllium)
- ● Diabetes medications (additive blood sugar lowering effect)
- ● Lithium (may reduce absorption)
- ● Carbamazepine (may reduce absorption)
Asupan atas yang dapat ditoleransi: Not formally established; gradual titration to avoid GI discomfort
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