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methylcellulose
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meth·yl·cel·lu·lose  (mthl-sly-ls, -lz)
n.
A powdery substance prepared synthetically by the methylation of natural cellulose and used as a food additive, a bulk-forming laxative, an emulsifier, and a thickener. It swells in water to form a gel.


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BULK-FORMERS (like Metamucil, Citrucel, Konsyl, and Serutan) absorb water in the intestine and make the stool softer.
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Methylcellulose is another soluble fiber, now available in laxatives like Citrucel.
Oat bran by Liebman, Bonnie / Nutrition Action Healthletter
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