Citrucel Tablets and Nesiritide Intravenous

• Generic Name: methylcellulose
• Dosage Forms: powder, for solution, tablet
• Other Brand Names: Citrucel, Citrucel SF, Citrucel Food Pack, Citrucel Clear Mix, Citrucel Lax

Citrucel is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.

Citrucel is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.

Citrucel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: nesiritide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Natrecor

Nesiritide is used for patients who have severe congestive heart failure that has recently become worse. Nesiritide is for patients who are short of breath while at rest or with minimal activity.