Fiber supplement drinks

Bubba1028Member

My gastro doc suggested a fiber drink to bind my stool since I’ve been having small accidents. Butttttt, they have been making me super fast- my stomach is distended and it’s been painful to walk in the evening bc it’s so gasy. I started out with the exact brand he suggested, and didn’t even do half of the suggested dose. The dose was a heaping tablespoon and I did a quarter of that with a full glass of water. Is this normal? I was thinKing it would have gone away by now- it’s been 5 days. Does it get better- should I give it more time? I might call him tomorrow and tell him my results.

5/10/2210:53 PM

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Scott FMember

If one fiber supplement makes you gassy and the effect doesn’t go away after a few days then you might just try a different one. Which brand are you using?

5/10/2211:32 PM

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Mrs PMember

I will swear by Metamucil wafers. One pack a day gives me just enough bulk without added gas. I agree with Scott, maybe try another brand.

5/11/224:54 AM

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Bubba1028Member

Yea I tried Metamucil before and I try to take it in the AM - usually I’m more gassy ar night anyway. I did call the doc and he suggested Fibercon- Anyone ever hear of it? I tried it for two days and it’s like I don’t feel any difference. Supposed to be super easy on the system. Win!!

5/13/227:52 AM

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Scott FMember

I used Fibercon years ago and it worked okay. I think the powders mix better with stomach contents and work better for J-pouchers than tablets or capsules - at least that seems true in my body.

5/13/2210:40 AM

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SantoshMember

I used psyllium husk powder it's working very well for me.

5/22/229:15 AM

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Deb CMember

Does the product your doctor recommended contain an artificial sweetener? Many people seem to have problems with them, including me.

5/25/223:32 PM

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