Psyllium for Constipation User Reviews (Page 2)
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Reviews for Psyllium
- spa...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 21, 2018
Psyllium "Turned back the clock 30 years. Makes bowel movements much easier. I only take one teaspoon per day. I am 64, and it definitely replenishes your system from what you naturally lose over the years."
- Nat...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 18, 2019
Psyllium "Next to aspirin, I know of no over-the-counter med that works as well as Metamucil."
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- PJa...
- February 7, 2020
Psyllium "I started taking Metamucil, and initially, it worked, but not without stomach cramps. The next two days, I have had stomach cramps, but no bowel movements. I am ceasing the use of this junk!"
- Car...
- August 15, 2016
Psyllium "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!"
- BOB...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- December 5, 2020
Psyllium "I have never been more satisfied with a product. It is so gratifying to be able to have a good bowel motion!"
- Dic...
- June 27, 2020
Psyllium "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."
- Red...
- October 31, 2020
Psyllium "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 "I love Metamucil. No diverticulitis! I am NOT supposed to be eating seeds. I eat the apple seeds and all! It’s awesome!"
- Dbo...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- August 1, 2020
Psyllium "Konsyl powder saved my life, it is the best in the market. Thanks very much, Konsyl, I love you. Eu te amo."
- God...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 19, 2022
Psyllium "It gave me painful bloating at night and woke me up and made my workdays painful from all the bloating gas."
- mum...
- May 1, 2017
Psyllium "Have taken 2 capsules daily, not at all effective."
- Hel...
- September 13, 2021
Psyllium "It’s expensive, tastes terrible, and worst of all, it doesn’t make any difference at all."
- Anonymous
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- April 27, 2023
"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."
- Sli...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 5, 2022
Psyllium "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."
- Emm...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- January 26, 2023
Psyllium "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!"
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Psyllium "Metamucil has been a total game changer for me! Can’t recommend it highly enough. One tablespoon per day has made all the difference in the world! PS: drink lots of water with it too."