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I have been having issues pooping regular i drank meta mucil first time i had a response then drank 4 other times this wk do you think should see a dr?

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Dr. Laura Anissian answered

Metamucil: If metamucil has worked for you, this is a fine product to continue with daily.

Answered 9/6/2015

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