Chemical formula: C₂₀H₃₈O₁₁ Molecular mass: 454.5 g/mol
Methylcellulose is a chemical compound derived from cellulose. Methylcellulose is used to treat constipation. It is classified as a bulk forming laxative. Methylcellulose is a hydrophilic colloid which absorbs water causing it to swell to a soft gel of uniform consistency. It works by increasing the amount of stool present which improves intestinal contractions.
This medicinal substance has been classified in the anatomical therapeutic chemical (ATC) classification according to its main therapeutic use as follows:
| ATC code | Group title | Classification |
|---|---|---|
| A06AC06 | Methylcellulose | A Alimentary tract and metabolism → A06 Laxatives → A06A Laxatives → A06AC Bulk producers |
Competent medicine agencies globally have authorized commercialization of this active ingredient according to these medication package inserts (MPIs):
| Title | Information Source | Document Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CELEVAC Tablet | Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (GB) | MPI, EU: SmPC |
Methylcellulose is an active ingredient of these brands:
Ecuador (EC)
South Africa (ZA)
Spain (ES)
Note the following: The list of brand names is continuously updated, and thus does not include the total of products circulating worldwide. |
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