Metamucil User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)
Metamucil has an average rating of 6.8 out of 10 from a total of 72 reviews on Drugs.com. 61% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 30% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Metamucil
- Hornet
- July 13, 2019
For Constipation "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."
- Solom...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- May 10, 2020
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."
Frequently asked questions
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- PJano
- February 7, 2020
For Constipation "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 moments. I am ceasing the use of this junk !"
- sparky
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 21, 2018
For Constipation "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."
Are you taking this medicine?
- Natur...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- April 18, 2019
For Constipation "Next to aspirin, I know of no over the counter med that works as well as metamucil."
- laker
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 10, 2024
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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- Carle...
- August 15, 2016
For Constipation "Metamucil works wonders! I'm 4 months pregnant and suffered horrible constipation. Was given Metamucil sachets by my midwife & noticed in 2 days how much better I feel, what a relief!"
- Dick
- June 27, 2020
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."
- Anonymous
- April 16, 2009
For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Metamucil works if you use it everyday. I just can't stand the taste of it."
- BOB
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- December 5, 2020
For Constipation "I have never been more satified with a product. It is so gratifying to be able to have a good bowel motion!!"
- Scott
- May 9, 2018
For Dietary Fiber Supplementation "Worked great the first couple days. But ever since it's like I'm trying to pass a brick. Exact opposite effect of what I was looking for."
- Happy...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 22, 2022
For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Used it for IBS-D. One teaspoon before dinner and had relief the following day."
- mummyp
- May 1, 2017
For Constipation "Have taken 2 capsules daily not at all effective ."
- Red...
- October 31, 2020
For Constipation "I used Metamucil and it was 2 years before the blockage passed. Had to see specialist. Worst product for me."
- mwinga
- June 22, 2016
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 ."
- Coffee...
- Taken for 2 to 5 years
- July 21, 2021
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!"
- Slime
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 5, 2022
For Constipation "I have just thrown out the remainder of my metameucil. It did not work and It's like drinking slime. Unbelievably disgusting. I just couldn't bring myself to have another dose."
- Helena
- September 13, 2021
For Constipation "It’s expensive, tastes terrible. And worst of all it doesn’t make any difference at all"
- Vincent
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 8, 2021
For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Stuff really works I see a difference I had bad stomach issues take 3 times a day"
- Jenna
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- November 2, 2021
For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Fibrecaps contain gelatin that is not disclosed on the label."
- God
- Taken for less than 1 month
- November 19, 2022
For Constipation "It gave me painful bloating at night and woke me up and made my work days painful from all the bloating gas."
- Emma
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- January 26, 2023
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!"
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For Dietary Fiber Supplementation "My lower GI doctor advised me to use Metamucil due to a hemorrhoid issue I have. I use a tablespoon of the product daily & it has not only helped my bowel movements, but it has also helped bring my cholesterol down."