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I am 10 weeks pregnant. can i take metamucil for constipation ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Metamucil: Absolutely yes. Metamucil is entirely safe during pregnancy.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/30/2020

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