Constipation issue

I battle constipation more than I deal with loose / bloody stools. Does anyone know if it would benefit me to add some Metamucil or something alike to help keep things moving?

I'm having similar issues right now.. I was told that a lot of ppl with UC take Metamucil for fiber.

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-Female, Diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis (pancolitis) in 2001.
-Started with Asacol and Prednisone, eventually went on Asacol HD
-Currently taking Apriso 4 @ once daily.

Does anyone know if the powder or capsules are more effective then the other?

Thanks for the responses

icanrace said...
Does anyone know if the powder or capsules are more effective then the other?Thanks for the responses

I use the capsules because I don't like to drink it after a meal. It's personal choice....I started with the powder and the capsules are convenient when I eat out.

Trial and error...start somewhere, but don't start with a large amount.

I suggest at one meal for a few days and then add to another meal. Eventually up the dosage per meal, etc.

q

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*Heather* I give suggestions, do with them what you will.
Status: ...Asacol 3 @ 2x daily; Salofalk enema @ 3rd night (nightly/ flares, tapered/maintenance)
~diagnosed January 1989 UC (proctosigmoiditis)
~Bentylol 20mg as needed; Zantac 150mg; Pulmicort/Airomir (asthma);Effexor XR 37.5 (depression)
~vitamins/minerals/supplements; Probiotics....(RenewLife Ultimate Flora Critical Care+Primadophilus Reuteri capsules @ bedtime)
~Metamucil capsules 6 twice daily with meals; Vitamin D 4500 IU
~URSO for PBC(or PSC?) 500mg X 2 daily (LFTs back to NORMAL!!)
My doc's logic.. "TREAT (FROM)BOTH ENDS" worth it !!!