Is metamucil really safe for pregnancy constipation? It was doctor recommended

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Is metamucil a safe form of stool softener? My doctors office recommended it but I don’t like that it also acts to curve hunger/suppress appetite..

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Metamucil is not a stool softener, it’s just fiber. Fiber is safe during pregnancy

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Even benefiber fruity flavored chewables are as well. That’s what I’m taking because I can’t handle the liquid

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It’s safe according to my doctors office, but it isn’t a stool softener. It’s fiber and should help keep your vowel movements more regular.