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Can you get dependent on metamucil as you get in laxatives ?
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Metamucil: You can become laxative dependant with chemical laxatives. They weaken the bowel over time. Fiber laxatives strengthen the bowel and improve bowel function so no dependence with metamucil
Answered 4/16/2015
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