Plantago Ovate Research Articles

Investigating the Functional Performance of Plantago Ovate Plant as a Drug Carrier in a Targeted Drug Delivery System

The drug delivery systems that were used in the past were done without any control over the time, place and speed of drug release, and this caused the amount of drug released in the blood to fluctuate, that is, the concentration of the drug in the blood could vary from The therapeutic range will be exceeded and its side effects will also increase. Therefore, with targeted medicine, it is possible to control the place of drug release, its speed and time, and minimize the side effects caused by the drug. In this regard, in this research, the natural hydrogel extracted from the Plantago ovate plant as one of the drug carriers in the body environment in order to increase the efficiency and reduce the degradation of the drug, prevent the side effects caused by the use of the drug and increase the access to the drug and improve Its effect was investigated at the lesion site. In this context, after extracting the natural hydrogel from Plantago ovate plant, the swelling rate of Plantago ovate gel powder was investigated at different pH, the FT-IR spectrum obtained from Plantago ovate hydrogel and the swelling rate of Plantago ovate mucilage at different pH were investigated. Therefore, the obtained results indicate that natural polysaccharides can be used as a natural drug carrier in drug delivery systems due to their high biocompatibility in the body environment, non-toxicity and cheapness.

Middle Eastern Plants with Potent Cytotoxic Effect Against Lung Cancer Cells.

Cancer is one of the leading causes of increasing global mortality with uprising health concerns and threats. Unfortunately, conventional chemotherapy has substantial side effects, limiting its relevance and prompting a quest for safe and efficient alternatives. For thousands of years, plants have provided a rich reservoir for curing a variety of ailments, including cancer. According to the World Health Organization, medicinal plants would be the best source of medications. However, only 25% of drugs in the present pharmacopoeia are derived from plants. Hence, further research into different plants is required to better understand their efficacy. Twenty extracts of widely distributed Middle Eastern plants were screened for the cytotoxic effect against lung cancer cell lines (A549). Eleven plants showed IC50 below 25 μg/mL, consequently, the bioactive extracts were further fractionated by graded precipitation using absolute ethanol. All fraction A (FA; crude polysaccharides precipitate) showed potent IC50, 0.2-5.5 μg/mL except the FA of Brassica juncea, Silybum marianum, and Phaseolus vulgaris, whereas FB fractions (filtrate) of Anastatica hierochuntica, Plantago ovate, Tussilago farfara, and Cucurbita moschata had lower efficacy than other fractions with IC50 values in the range of 0.1-7.7 μg/mL. The fractions of FA Taraxacum officinale and FB Ziziphus spina possess the most potent cytotoxic activity with IC50, 0.2 and 0.1 μg/mL, respectively. Moreover, cell cycle analysis of both fractions revealed an arrest at G1/S-phase and activation of apoptosis rather than necrosis as the mode of cell death. Therefore, T. officinale and Z. spina fractions may pave the way to manage lung carcinoma as an alternative and complementary food regimen.

Formulation and Evaluation of Fast Dissolving Sublingual Tablets of Nifedipine using Plantago ovata Husk as a Natural Superdisintegrant

The aim of this study was to formulate fast dissolving sublingual tablets of Nifedipine using natural super-disintegrant. The metabolism of Nifedipine in liver could be bypassed by sublingual route offering a faster relief from anginal pain and hypertension. In this method mucilage of Plantago ovate husk was used as a natural superdisintegrant. The tablets were prepared by using different concentrations of synthetic as well as natural superdisintegrants by direct compression method. The prepared batches of tablets were evaluated for pre-compression parameters like angle of repose, bulk density, tapped density, Carr’s compressibility index and Hausner ratio and post compression parameters like disintegration time, wetting time, water absorption ratio, drug content, hardness, friability, thickness and weight variation for each formulation and found satisfactory. Among all the formulations F9 containing Plantago ovata husk powder as a natural super-disintegrant was found to be the best acceptable in terms of fast dissolving tablet having adequate strength. The disintegration time was found to be 40 seconds, hardness of 4.6g/cm2, wetting time of 38.33 seconds, water absorption ratio of 92.68%, drug content was 94.96% and drug release of 99.36% in 35 mins. The ability of Plantago ovata husk powder to vigorously swell by rapid uptake of water contributes to its super disintegration effect and therefore could be recommended for such formulations.

Physicochemical and Nutritional Properties of Doi Fortified with Psyllium Husk and Basil Seed

This work was carried out to evaluate the physical, chemical and microbiological qualities of doi fortified with psyllium husk (Plantago ovate) and basil seed (Ocimum basilicum). Seven different types of doi - A (control), B (with 0.4% psyllium husk), C (with 0.8% psyllium husk), D (with 1.2% psyllium husk), E (with 0.7% basil seed), F (with 1.4% basil seed) and G (with 2% basil seed) were prepared. The highest total sensory score (86.67) was obtained in A type doi which differ non-significantly with B (81.67) and E (78.67) type doi. Addition of higher level of fiber lowered the overall physical score but with a higher total solids content of the doi. The higher fat and protein content were found in the doi with basil seeds which ranged from 4.88-4.97% and 3.90-4.21%, respectively. The addition of psyllium husk and basil seed significantly increase the crude fiber content of the doi and the highest value (0.41-0.48%) being recorded in D and G type doi. This fortification also helps to reduce the syneresis of the doi both at room and refrigeration temperature without affecting the total viable count. Therefore, doi can be fortified with dietary fiber without affecting much of its quality attributes.
 Bang. J. Anim. Sci. 2021. 50 (2): 99-106

Assessment of Heritability, Variability and Genetic Advance for Yield Linked Factors Related to Diversify Psyllium (Plantago ovate L.) Germplasm in Arid Conditions

Assessment of Heritability, Variability and Genetic Advance for Yield Linked Factors Related to Diversify Psyllium (Plantago ovate L.) Germplasm in Arid Conditions

Therapeutic Applications and Health-Promoting Properties of Plantago Ovate Review

This review evaluates psyllium (Plantago ovate) nutritional properties and health benefits. its applications in food products. It contains many antioxidants that prevent the attack of free radicals. It is a great source of unsaturated fatty acids, especially polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3 and omega-6, The main functional benefits of psyllium are included cholesterol control, obesity satiety, and diabetes, and on. Plantago ovate can be used in the manufacture of several pharmaceutical products.

Evaluating the potential of mucilaginous seed of psyllium (Plantago ovata) as a new lead biosorbent

Lead is one of the most important environmental, human hazard. Accordingly, the lead (II) absorption capability of the mucilaginous seed of psyllium (Plantago ovate) in mice was investigated. Experimental mice were divided into six groups: healthy control, psyllium groups (1 and 2% psyllium), Lead group (75 mg/kg body weight lead), and psyllium + Lead groups (1 & 2% psyllium and 75 mg/kg body weight lead). The amount of lead in weekly feces samples and liver, kidney, and brain tissue after 5 weeks were measured by the atomic absorption method. At the end of the experimental period, the histopathological lesions of the kidney, liver, brain, and intestine were examined. The results indicated that psyllium increases the fecal excretion of lead and decrease its tissue absorption. Oral administration of the 2% psyllium, significantly reduced the pathological lesions of the kidney, liver, brain, and intestine caused by lead. The use of psyllium seed in lead-exposed populations is recommended.

Effect of different priming treatments on seed germination of sago palm (Cycas revoluta L.)

King sago palm or sago cycas are the other name of Kangi palm ( Cycas revoluta ) sago palm has been used as an indoor and outdoor landscape plant for centuries. The present study was conducted to estimate the effect of different priming treatments on seed germination of sago palm ( Cycas revoluta L.) in the research area of Department of Horticulture PMAS, University of Arid Agriculture Rawalpindi, Pakistan. The Experiment consisted of ten treatments; the seeds without pulp were soaked in solution of 500, 750 and 1000 ppm GA 3 and 2%, 3% and 4% solution of KNO 3 for 24 hr at room temperature. In case of hot water treatment, seeds were primed at 80 o C, 90 o C and 100 o C for 30, 20 and 10 minutes respectively. The effect of different concentrations of gibberellic acid (GA 3 ), potassium nitrate (KNO 3 ) and hot water on various parameters like germination rate, germination percentage, germination value, decayed seed percentage, time of germination, number of leaves and seedling height were studied. Significant results of germination rate (55.56 days), germination value (192.19) were achieved from 500 ppm GA 3 . Maximum germination percentage (73.33%) and number of leaves (2) were observed in KNO 3 at 2% followed by 500 ppm GA 3 . Similarly lowest decayed seed percentage (26.66%) and time of germination (59.41 days) were noted in 2% KNO 3 . The seedling height was optimum (19.33 cm) in 3% KNO 3 followed by 2% KNO 3 . Best germination results were obtained due to permeability of hard seed coat made by low concentrations of priming treatments (KNO 3 @ 3%).

Plantago Ovata and Locust Bean Gum as a Natural Polymer in Hydrodynamically Balanced Systems: A Review

Hydrodynamically Balanced systems have wide development as they have achieved the parameters of modern drug delivery system, it is a type of system which owes very tremendous and curative benefits for the delivery of oral controlled release dosage forms and have wide properties in many aspects such as its main role is to maintain the effective concentration in the system for longer period of time. To reduce the gastric mucosal irritation due to the presence of synthetic polymers, being a natural polymer incorporation of Plantago ovate (Psyllium Husk) could ease out the mucosal irritation in the gastric region. Due to its properties such as a rate-controlling polymer possessing a very good quality of swelling and good gelling nature, and also incorporated as a matrix-forming agent basically in the modified release formulation. Locust bean gum can be used as sustained-release carriers and release modifiers for the delivery of drugs. It is a neutral plant galactomannan extracted from the seeds (kernels) of the carob tree Ceratonia siliqua L fabaceae. Nowadays it is focussing polymer and a lot of researchers are focussing on exploring the potential in topical drug delivery, colonic drug delivery, oral sustained drug delivery, ocular drug delivery, buccal drug delivery.

Effect of varying fertility levels on growth, yield attributes, production and economics of blond psyllium (Plantago ovate) varieties

Effect of varying fertility levels on growth, yield attributes, production and economics of blond psyllium (<i>Plantago ovate</i>) varieties

A contemporary review on plant-based coagulants for applications in water treatment

Conventional coagulants, like aluminium sulphate and ferric chloride, are used in potable water treatment and involve non-sustainable mining and transformation of raw materials for their production with costly sludge disposal. Natural coagulants are mostly obtained from bacteria, fungi, animals and plants and are classified as polysaccharide, amino-polysaccharide, poly-phenols and proteins-based substances. Plant-based coagulants extracted from Moringa oleifera, Strychnos potatorum Linn, Plantago ovate, Trigonella foenum graecum and Opuntia ficus indica are potential substitutes to chemicals mostly based on bench-scale testing. These are organic polymers and polyelectrolytes that are classified as cationic, anionic and non-ionic coagulants. This paper provides a historical and contemporary review of plant-based coagulants, their notable milestones achieved, chemistry involved, as well as bench, pilot and full scale trials, highlighting the effects of plant-based coagulants on physico-bio-chemical properties of raw water. Commercialisation constrains are also included and discussed.

Morphological and anatomical studies on some dicot plant species collected from East Egypt desert

The present study included the whole plant morphology and leaf blade anatomy of four dicot species belonging to four families; Apocynaceae, Geraniaceae, Plantagonaceae and Polygonaceae collected from east Egypt desert during three seasons in 2014, 2015 and 2016. Morphologically, the results obtained show annual habit in three species but Cynanchum acutum found as perennial herb, all species have hairy surface. Stem ranged from erect inPlantago ovate and Rumex vesicarius toclimbing in Cynanchum acutum and prostrate inErodium ciconium . Anatomically, the results showed the presence of compact uniseriate epidermis, thick cuticle in all species. Trichomes varied from simple and glandular hairs in Erodium ciconium, glandular in Plantago ovate and Rumex vesicarius and absent in Cynanchum acutum. Multilayers of palisade tissue were found in all species except Cynanchum acutum. Calcium oxalate crystals were found as druses in all taxa except Plantago ovate. From the above results, morphologically as well as anatomically all studied species were found to be adapted to arid envinorment.

Physicochemical and textural properties of yogurt fortified with psyllium ( Plantago ovate ) husk

This study was undertaken to determine the amount of psyllium husk that could be incorporated into yogurt without affecting quality and acceptability of yogurt. Control yogurt, T0 (with no added psyllium husk), yogurt fortified with 0.1% (T1), 0.3% (T2), 0.5% (T3), and 0.7% (T4) were prepared. Sensory evaluation results revealed that yogurt (T3) fortified with 0.5% psyllium husk scored highest overall acceptability (3.85 ± 0.09). However, physicochemical properties and total bacterial count of T3 were comparable with T1, T2, and T4. Therefore, 0.5% of psyllium husk was recommended for the development of fiber-fortified yogurt. The results of the storage studies indicated the significant (p < .05) decrease in pH and titratable acidity with the days of storage under refrigerated conditions (0–3 °C). Overall acceptability was also found to decrease significantly (p < .05) with increase in days of storage under refrigerated conditions. Practical applications Yogurt has a power-boosting protein and bone-building calcium. Yogurt usually contains good-for-you bacteria (probiotics) thus providing several health benefits. The addition of fiber would, however, make it even healthier. High fiber diet confers several health benefits including the alleviation of the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol, improving glucose control, maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal gut by promoting the growth of probiotic, or healthy bacteria in the intestinal tract. Adding high fiber yogurt to the diet can be a good way to help increase your intake and dose of fiber gap. Besides, the addition of fiber to yogurt may support the growth of probiotics present in yogurt thus increasing its health benefits.

Psyllium; an Effective Remedy for Common GI Problems

Gastrointestinal disorders are the problems that most of the people suffer, a natural source ISABGOL is prefer to add in the diet to manage and relieve from this Gastrointestinal difficulty. Among the significant benefits some other important factors that may be a reason to take it in daily routine is aim to get fit, prevention from getting extra fat, indigestion, heartburn or sometimes for feeling lighter. Several studies have been made to justify the appropriateness of husk related to human health.The therapeutically active, gel-forming substance of the alkali-extractable polysaccharides (complex carbohydrates) of Plantago ovate; husk (psyllium seed) is found to be an effective remedy to cure acute condition of GI disturbances. It is also effective in the management of chronic condition of gastric ulcers and constipation. This study was conducted to determine the effect of psyllium husk on the abnormal conditions of GI and for these 20 individuals is randomly selected.A questionnaire was designed with 15-20 questions relevant to study was asked. Statistical tools were applied after this, by using SPSS for descriptive analysis.All the volunteers found the positive results regarding ispaghol effectiveness. Most of the individuals that have swallowing problem while taking it orally with water, with curd or with juice. So hence it has been concluded that most of the volunteers used it for the treatment of constipation, fewer were used it for the treatment of diarrhea and very rare population were used it for the obesity prevention and management.

Anti-diabetic Effect of Cichorium intybus Leaves and Plantago ovate Seeds in High Fat Diet-streptozotocin Induced Diabetic Rats

The current study was carried out to evaluate the effect of chicory leaves (Cichorium intybus) and psyllium seeds (Plantago ovate) on diabetic rats. Ten rats (control normal) were fed on balanced diet. Forty rats were received high fat diet for one month then injected with a single intraperitoneal low dose (30 mg/Kg) of streptozotocin to induce diabetes. Diabetic rats were classified into 4 groups (n=10) and received either high fat diet (diabetes/HFD), balanced diet (diabetes/balanced), balanced diet containing 20% of chicory leaves powder or balanced diet containing 20% of psyllium seeds powder for a month. Administration of chicory leaves or psyllium seeds to diabetic rats produced significant reduction in blood glucose levels and significant reduction in cholesterol, triglyceride and low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) levels. The elevated activities of alanine transaminase, aspartate transaminase and lactate dehydrogenase enzymes of diabetic rats were reversed by the feeding on the balanced diets containing either chicory leaves or psyllium seeds. Administration of chicory leaves or psyllium seeds to diabetic rats kept the activities of both superoxide dismutase and catalase as well as the values of malondialdehyde near to those of normal rats. According to the results it could be concluded that the intake of chicory leaves or psyllium seeds may be useful for controlling blood glucose level and combating the metabolic disorders and complications that accompanied with diabetes.

The study of the morphology and the lipid complex of the seeds of Plantago psyllium L., and Plantago ovate Forssk., in comparative aspect

In a comparative perspective a study of the morphology of the seeds of two species of plantain bloshnogo and p. ovale. The basic characteristics of these seeds to establish their authenticity by their appearance. These include size, shape, color of the seed coat. Studied the yield of extractive substances extracted with n-hexane from the seeds (6% for p. ovale, and 4% for p. bloshnogo), and by H1 NMR spectroscopy - some characteristics of triacylglycerides in the seed oil of p. bloshnogo that allow you to relate it to poluvysyhayuschee type of fatty oils.

Anatomical study of epidermis of dicotyledonous wild species grown in Al-habania city

This study includes the characters the leaves epidermis of fourteen species of dicotyledon in Al- Habania city: Aizoon hispanicu, arvensis Arnebia decumbens, Aste, Cardaria draba, Chenopodium murale, Convolvulus arvensis, Euphorbia peplus, Gymnarrhena micrantha, Plantago lanceolata, Plantago ovate, Polygonum aviculare, Silybum marianum ,Sisymbrium irio Ad axial and abaxial epidermis of prior species were studied, Wherefrom shape of epidermis cells and the tangential wall the most of adaial was undulating, from abxial epidermis cells were slightly undulating. Kind stomata measured with micrometer, Wherefrom stomata was difference in dimension the abxial epidermis the higher length of stomatal was 29 ᴍm in Chenopodium murale, and the lower length in Aster sublutus was 18 ᴍm. and the width the height was 99 ᴍm in Silybium maranium , and the lower was 19 ᴍm in Gymnarrhena micrantha. The study was recorded between (11 in Gymnarrhena micrantha- and 24 in Euphorbia peplus)

Arabinoxylan from Plantago ovate (Husk) a novel binder and superdisintegrant

The aim of the present investigation was to evaluate the binding and disintegrating properties of arabinoxylan isolated from Ispaghula (Plantago ovata) husk. Atenolol and atorvastatin orodispersible tablet F1, F2 and F3 were prepared by direct compression method using arabinoxylan (12, 9, 6) mg as superdisintegrant, and F4 and F5 containing 12 mg Ispaghula husk and 12 mg sodium starch glycolate, respectively. Metformin tablets were prepared by wet granulation method F1 containing starch as binder, F2 containing arabinoxylan as binder and F3 containing arabinoxylan as binder and as superdisintegrant. Prepared tablets were evaluated for precompression parameters such as compatibility studies, bulk density, tapped density, angle of repose, Hausners ratio and Cars index and post compression parameters such as weight variation, hardness, thickness, diameter, wetting time, water absorption ratio disintegration time drug release and moisture uptake studies. Attempts were done to trace the possible disintegrant mechanism of arabinoxylan. FTIR spectra of physical blend of atenolol, atorvastatin, metformin with arabinoxylan confirmed the compatibility of excepient with formulation ingredients. All the formulations of atenolol, atorvastatin satisfied the limits of redispersion with a dispersion time of less than 60 sec. F1 showed minimum disintegration time 4 sec providing the evidence of arabinoxylan an excellent superdisintegrant when compared with F4 containing Ispaghula husk with disintegration time 30 sec and F5 contains sodium starch glycolate having disintegration time of 35 sec. Minimum wetting time of 17 sec and high water absorption ratio of F1 formulation confirmed the arabinoxylan as swelling disintegrant. The results of metformin tablet indicate that arabinoxylan could be useful to produce tablets with desired characteristics for specific purposes, and could be used as an alternative substitute binder and superdisintegrant in pharmaceutical industries. These studies provide a strong evidence for usefulness of arabinoxylan as binder and superdisintegrant and a good alternative to natural and synthetic superdisintegrant. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/dujps.v13i2.21891 Dhaka Univ. J. Pharm. Sci. 13(2): 133-141, 2014 (December)

Pengaruh suplementasi serat Psyllium husk dan diet rendah kalori seimbang terhadap berat badan, kadar kolesterol high-density lipoprotein, dan trigliserida serum pada obes I

Background: The increased prevalence of obesity will bring a great impact in the health sector, due to the effect of the influence of organ in the body such as type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Reduced energy diet and exercise are effective for management weight loss. During the restriction diet, an obese person should increase the amount of dietary fiber up to 20−35 g/day, specifically of soluble fiber, to more effective fat loss and improve serum high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and triglyceride (TG) cholesterol concentration. Psyllium husk (PH) is a source of natural soluble fiber obtained from Plantago ovate Forssk seed.Objective: The aim of the study have investigated the change of body weight, serum HDL cholesterol, and TG concentration in obese I after supplemented PH 8.4 g/day and balanced deficit calories diet (BDCD) for 4 weeks.Method: The survey used double-blind randomized clinical trial with parallel design. Subjects were randomly divided into two groups; treatment (T) group and placebo (P) group. The T subjects received psyllium husk (PH) 8.4 g/day and BDCD 1200 kcal/day and the P subjects received placebo and BDCD 1200 kcal/day. The analyzed used independent t-test and Mann-Whitney.Results: A total 28 subjects (14 subjects in each group) had completed the intervention. There were no serious adverse effects reported during the intervention. Intake of dietary fiber in T group was 17.2 ± 2.8 g/day had significantly higher than P group 8.6 (5.2−15.2) g/day, although supplemented with PH didn’t meet the recommendation of fiber intake (20-35 g/day). Decrease of body weight was -1,8 ± 0,8 kg and triglyceride level was -1,5 (-416−77) in T group that statistically insignificant difference (p=0,39 and p=0,84) with P group -1,6 ± 0,9 kg and -10,0 ± 31,3. Soluble supplementation (P group) increased serum HDL cholesterol concentration was 0,0 ± 4,3 mg/dL that statistically insignificant difference (p=0,86) with T group -0,4 ± 5,9.Conclusion: PH supplementation 8.4 g/day and BDCD 1200 kcal/day in obese I can not reduce body weight, serum high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, and triglyceride concentration level in 4 weeks.

An Unusual Case of a Gastric Foreign Body

Question: A 49-year-old man who had undergone a Billroth I partial gastrectomy for early gastric cancer 5 years earlier presented with postprandial nausea and upper abdominal discomfort over a 6-month period. The patient had been under surveillance for 5 years since his operation and no recurrence had been detected. Because of chronic constipation, he had regularly taken a laxative for approximately 20 years. Physical examination and routine laboratory data were unremarkable. Upper endoscopy revealed an ovoid, brownish foreign body with a honeycomb-like appearance in the stomach remnant (Figure A, B). This was removed endoscopically and found to be elastic and soft (Figure C), measuring 30 × 18 mm. What is this foreign body? Look on page 1500 for the answer and see the Gastroenterology web site (www.gastrojournal.org) for more information on submitting your favorite image to Clinical Challenges and Images in GI. The foreign body was endoscopically diagnosed as a bezoar, and then removed with a capture net (Figure D). The cut surface had a honeycomb appearance, similar to the outer surface (Figure E). Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy revealed that the spectrum of the bezoar closely fit that of the laxative he had taken, Satolax (Figure F). Satolax is primarily composed of plantago ovate, also known as psyllium, which has the strong ability to absorb and retain liquids. Psyllium is widely used as a bulk-forming laxative and goes by the trade names including Isabgol, Perdiem, and Serutan. Recently, psyllium has been reported to be effective against many medical problems, including ulcerative colitis, hyperlipidemia, and diabetes mellitus.1Plantago ovata (psyllium).Altern Med Rev. 2002; 7: 155-159PubMed Google Scholar However, some side effects have been reported, the most fatal being anaphylaxis.1Plantago ovata (psyllium).Altern Med Rev. 2002; 7: 155-159PubMed Google Scholar Gastrointestinal obstruction caused by a bezoar is extremely rare. We found only 23 reported cases. The esophagus was the most frequently involved organ (70.8%), followed by the colon (8.3%), the small bowel (8.3%), and the stomach (8.3%). Suggested risk factors include insufficient water intake, medication overdose, strictures, and functional disorders. In our case, decreased gastric output in the setting of a gastrectomy may have contributed. Diagnosis of a bezoar can often be made by history alone. In our case, a Fourier transformed infrared study clearly demonstrated that the bezoar consisted of a psyllium-based laxative. Endoscopy showed characteristic features as described by other reports of similar cases.2Angueira C. Kadakia S. Esophageal and duodenal bezoars from Perdiem.Gastrointest Endosc. 1993; 39: 110-111Abstract Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (12) Google Scholar, 3Pérez-Piqueras J. Silva C. Jaqueti J. et al.Endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of an esophageal bezoar resulting from bulk laxative ingestion.Endoscopy. 1994; 26: 710Crossref PubMed Scopus (14) Google Scholar Angueira and Kadakia2Angueira C. Kadakia S. Esophageal and duodenal bezoars from Perdiem.Gastrointest Endosc. 1993; 39: 110-111Abstract Full Text PDF PubMed Scopus (12) Google Scholar described a psyllium bezoar as looking like a “Fabergé egg.” Treatment of psyllium bezoar is mainly endoscopic division and removal with forceps or snare. In our case, capture net was effective and easily employed.