Psyllium User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)
Brand names: Metamucil, Reguloid, Konsyl, Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture, Fiber Therapy, Hydrocil, Metamucil Orange Smooth Texture Sugar Free, Fiberall, Konsyl-Orange Konsyl-D Natural Fiber Therapy Metamucil Unflavored Coarse Milled Original Texture Metamucil Orange Coarse Milled Original Texture Metamucil Unflavored Smooth Texture Sugar Free Metamucil Berry Burst Smooth Texture Sugar Free Metamucil Smooth Texture …show all brand names
Psyllium has an average rating of 7.3 out of 10 from a total of 97 reviews on Drugs.com. 67% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 25% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Psyllium
- Sol...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 10, 2020
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I used it for 2 years and figured out that it caused high blood pressure. Please measure your blood pressure before and after taking the dose, and you see the difference."
- BOB...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- December 5, 2020
Psyllium for Constipation "I have never been more satisfied with a product. It is so gratifying to be able to have a good bowel motion!"
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- Dic...
- June 27, 2020
Psyllium for Constipation "Started using Metamucil 4 days ago. Two days later, began itching all over my body. Tried various creams but got progressively worse. Am discontinuing after 4 days in hope that itching will stop."
- lak...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 10, 2024
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "After years of taking Imodium daily for IBS-D, this is a life changer! I am thrilled! No more gas distention, pain or diarrhea. Thank you METAMUCIL."
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Hap...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 22, 2022
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Used it for IBS-D. One teaspoon before dinner and had relief the following day."
- Anonymous
- April 16, 2009
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Metamucil works if you use it every day. I just can't stand the taste of it."
- Sco...
- May 9, 2018
Psyllium for Dietary Fiber Supplementation "Worked great the first couple of days. But ever since, it's like I'm trying to pass a brick. Exact opposite effect of what I was looking for."
- Red...
- October 31, 2020
Psyllium for Constipation "I used Metamucil, and it was 2 years before the blockage passed. Had to see a specialist. Worst product for me."
- Cof...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- July 21, 2021
Psyllium for Constipation "I love Metamucil. No diverticulitis! I am NOT supposed to be eating seeds. I eat the apple seeds and all! It’s awesome!"
- mwi...
- June 22, 2016
Psyllium for Dietary Fiber Supplementation "The new Metamucil made me gain weight, I think because of the sugar. My appetite didn't change. The old Metamucil worked for me."
- Vin...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 8, 2021
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Stuff really works. I see a difference. I had bad stomach issues, take 3 times a day."
- Dbo...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 1, 2020
Psyllium for Constipation "Konsyl powder saved my life, it is the best in the market. Thanks very much, Konsyl, I love you. Eu te amo."
- Hel...
- September 13, 2021
Psyllium for Constipation "It’s expensive, tastes terrible, and worst of all, it doesn’t make any difference at all."
- God...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 19, 2022
Psyllium for Constipation "It gave me painful bloating at night and woke me up and made my workdays painful from all the bloating gas."
- Sli...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 5, 2022
Psyllium for Constipation "I have just thrown out the remainder of my Metamucil. It did not work, and it's like drinking slime. Unbelievably disgusting. I just couldn't bring myself to have another dose."
- mum...
- May 1, 2017
Psyllium for Constipation "Have taken 2 capsules daily, not at all effective."
- Jen...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- November 2, 2021
Psyllium for Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Fibrecaps contain gelatin that is not disclosed on the label."
- Blu...
- September 19, 2020
For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "My goodness, that psyllium caused stomach pain. I just took it one time and didn’t work. I drank a bunch of water and was helpless."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- April 27, 2023
For Constipation "Very effective, just remember to drink plenty of water when you are using it. A drug caused constipation for me, so I decided to buy a psyllium supplement. It works really well and no side effects."
- Emm...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- January 26, 2023
Psyllium for Constipation "Miramax drinks 3x daily didn't work until I started taking it with Crystal Light (or generic brand). Works beautifully each time. Then, learned many doctors prescribe using it for colonoscopy preps!"
- AWI...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- January 21, 2025
Psyllium "My gastroenterologist recommended 1 tablespoon every day to help prevent diverticulitis attacks. I've been taking it for 3 years now and haven't had an attack since."
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Psyllium for Constipation "Metamucil works wonders! I'm 4 months pregnant and suffered horrible constipation. Was given Metamucil sachets by my midwife and noticed in 2 days how much better I feel, what a relief!"