Metamucil

Metamucil helps you increase your daily fiber intake, support digestive health, helps you maintain regularity and more. This product may also help to support heart health by lowering cholesterol*. It may also support healthy blood sugar levels and support appetite control since it forms a gel that can make you feel fuller*.

Metamucil contains psyllium fiber, which is a supplement that forms a gel inside your digestive system, trapping and removing waste. As the gel begins to grow, it helps to soften your stools and relieve constipation.

Metamucil can be used as a laxative, a daily fiber supplement, or as a form of treatment to help lower cholesterol and maintain blood sugar levels. Some people also take it to help them feel full in between meals to control appetite.

It's best to take Metamucil with at least eight ounces of water, and between one to three times per day at mealtimes. You can also take it before eating to help you feel less hungry between meals. If you take prescription medication, take Metamucil at least two hours before or after taking your medication.

If you are taking Metamucil to feel full between meals, the effects begin to happen quickly. If you're taking it for regularity, the product should start working between 12 to 72 hours after you consume it. If you are taking Metamucil to support heart health or maintain your blood sugar levels, your results will vary and may not be noticeable without proper tests from your doctor to confirm.

Yes, Metamucil can help with constipation when taken as directed. Metamucil is classified as a laxative, and it's safe to take daily. It is not a stimulant laxative, but you may want to start with a small amount and work your way up if you're using it to treat constipation. *This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.