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Very good afternoon doctors. my gastroenterologist wants me to take metamucil. should i take the gummies or the powder liquid mix or does it not matter?
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It really doesn’t matter. Either way, it is advisable to increase the amount of hydration that you take in. Metamucil can cause a small amount of gassiness at first, so you may start with a low-dose and increase it gradually. Good luck.
Answered 3/1/2023
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