I haven't tried metamucil. I must admit I took the first thing the doctor gave me, and it seems to be working. I have only seen my local doctor and haven't had any tests other than an internal, because I didn't want to make too much of a fuss, which I know is really bad but I figured that if this works I must be along the right lines. I also have a hypochondriac mother who is ALWAYS at the doctor's, so I don't want to end up like that! Moan over! (mothers!!) I'd quite like to try these tablets people have mentioned, they sound conveniant for when you're out - I had to go to a wine and cheese evening last night - drank wine, too many nibbles on an empty stomach then finished with deep fried fish and chips - why did I do it to myself??