Metamucil Stool Softening Clinical Study
You've always known that Metamucil® is the natural choice for treating occasional constipation. But did you know that Metamucil effectively softens stools? Metamucil works differently than stool softeners, and a clinical study shows it's significantly better than docusate sodium at increasing stool water content.*
"Psyllium is superior to docusate sodium for treatment of chronic constipation" By: J. Mcrorie, B. Daggy, J. Morel, P. Diersing, P. Miner, M. Robinson. Aliment Pharmacol Ther, 12:491-497, 1998.
"Effects of fiber laxatives and calcium docusate on regional water content and viscosity of digesta in the large intestine of the pig" By: J. Mcrorie, S. Pepple, C. Rudolph. Digestive diseases and Sciences, Vol 43, No. 4, Pg. 738-745, April 1998.
Need more evidence? Read any of the many published clinical studies on how Metamucil and psyllium fiber lower cholesterol.*
Learn MoreMetamucil is recommended by doctors 2 to 1 versus the next most recommended fiber supplement brand.2
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*Psyllium fiber is recognized by the FDA to treat occasional constipation and help lower cholesterol. Diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol that include 7 grams of soluble fiber per day from psyllium husk may reduce the risk of heart disease by lowering cholesterol. One adult dose of Metamucil has at least 2.1 grams of this soluble fiber. Use as directed. May contain trace amounts of gluten. If you have specific dietary needs, you should consult your doctor before consuming this product. This Metamucil product has a low glycemic index, a measure of the effect of dietary carbohydrates on blood sugar levels.
2 Among recommendations in a Wolters Kluwer survey 2010 (therapeutic fiber category)©2011 Procter & Gamble. All Rights Reserved. All copy and claims valid only in the U.S. This website is intended for U.S. residents only.