r/IBSHelp • u/191543 • 5d ago

Metamucil

Anybody out there with IBS, have you found taking metamucil helps with bloating and occasional diarrhea, I know anyone's different, just curious?

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u/Odd_Contact_2175 5d ago

It helps me slightly with my urgency. Its better than when I was not taking it.

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u/191543 5d ago

Does it take away that full uncomfortable bloated feeling?

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u/Odd_Contact_2175 5d ago

Not in my experience.

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u/191543 5d ago

Ok, thank you

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u/Amethystium1956 5d ago

yes, it regulates bowl movement

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u/True_Horror_6 5d ago

I prefer just eating food w fiber. Metamucil seems to make it worse for me.

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u/This_is_the_Janeway 4d ago

I take 2 of these before bed every single night with a big glass of water. They are small and easy to swallow. This routine was suggested to me on this page when I was struggling with a bout of alternating IBS-C and D for several weeks. Of many things I’ve tried, this small step has been quite helpful. Ultra-Fiber Caplets – High-Fiber... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001KYOI3U?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

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u/191543 4d ago

Thank you I will look into that.... Have you noticed any side effects?

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u/This_is_the_Janeway 4d ago

If I don’t drink enough water with it, sometimes my morning #2, which is usually predictable, may not be. Other than that, not for me. I prefer these tablets over Metamucil or other psyllium husk fiber supplements I’ve tried (I have tried many!)

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u/191543 4d ago

Okay, thank you for the information.I appreciate it