Metamucil for Constipation User Reviews (Page 2)
Reviews for Metamucil
- Car...
- August 15, 2016
"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!"
- Dic...
- June 27, 2020
"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."
Frequently asked questions
- Metamucil vs. MiraLAX: How do they compare?
- Is psyllium an affordable weight loss option to Ozempic?
- The Do's and Don'ts of Treating Constipation
- Is it normal to have rubber like jelly in the stool when taking Metamucil?
- Red...
- October 31, 2020
"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
"I love Metamucil. No diverticulitis! I am NOT supposed to be eating seeds. I eat the apple seeds and all! It’s awesome!"
Are you taking this medicine?
Your review helps others make informed decisions.- God...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 19, 2022
"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
"Have taken 2 capsules daily, not at all effective."
More FAQ
- Hel...
- September 13, 2021
"It’s expensive, tastes terrible, and worst of all, it doesn’t make any difference at all."
- Sli...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 5, 2022
"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
"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!"
See also:
Xifaxan
Xifaxan (rifaximin) is used to treat travelers' diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea ...
Bentyl
Bentyl is used to treat functional bowel or irritable bowel syndrome. Bentyl may also be used for ...
Botox
Botox is used cosmetically to reduce facial lines and wrinkles and for medical purposes for ...
Levsin
Levsin is used to treat stomach problems such as cramps and irritable bowel syndrome and conditions ...
Librax
Librax is used to treat stomach ulcers and irritable bowel syndrome. Learn about side effects ...
Hyosyne
Hyosyne is used for anticholinesterase poisoning, diverticulitis, irritable bowel syndrome ...
Donnatal
Donnatal is used for duodenal ulcer, enterocolitis, irritable bowel syndrome
Lotronex
Lotronex is used to treat severe, chronic irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in women. Learn about side ...
Chlordiazepoxide/clidinium
Chlordiazepoxide/clidinium is used for enterocolitis, irritable bowel syndrome, peptic ulcer
Are you taking this medicine?
Your review helps others make informed decisions.Learn more about Constipation
Care guides
Medicine.com guides (external)
More about Metamucil (psyllium)
- Check interactions
- Compare alternatives
- Reviews (76)
- Side effects
- Dosage information
- Patient tips
- During pregnancy
- Support group
- Drug class: laxatives
- Breastfeeding
Patient resources
- Metamucil (Psyllium Capsules) patient information
- Metamucil (Psyllium Powder)
- Metamucil (Psyllium Wafers)
Other brands
Natural Fiber Therapy, Hydrocil, Laxmar
"I have never been more satisfied with a product. It is so gratifying to be able to have a good bowel motion!"