Hi, I am suffering from constipation occasionally for the past few years. I guess it is related to my unhealthy way of living, junk food… Sometimes the constipation lasts for almost a week, and when I do defecate, stool is very hard and it is almost a painful process. I have been using Metamucil and I must say it is helpful. But, some of my friends have been using Benefiber. Which one should I use?
From personal experience, I can tell you that beside medication, you must take a lot of water, which increases the efficacy of these meds. Metamucil especially works by absorbing those water and increases its volumen, which makes intestines wider and that makes defecation easier. Benefiber has the similar structure and has the same effect. If Metamucil is working, there is no need for you to change it.