Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Re: Help! Tried Fibercon for first time

Hi - My guess on this is that there is an inactive ingredient in the pills you reacted to. It really almost can't be the soluble fiber itself - there is no logical explanation for how that would happen. Soluble fiber soothes and regulates GI contractions, and normalizes water in content in the bowel. It is fabulous for diarrhea. It is NOT a laxative, and you absolutely should not have to experience attacks as your body gets used to it. It should help right almost right away, with no side effects, especially if you start with a lower dose and gradually increase (and have lots of water with it).

See if you can find Benefiber powder or plain, unflavored Citrucel powder. You want a supplement that has nothing in it at all but the soluble fiber. Try 1 teaspoon of that twice daily for a few days.

You can always just stick to the soluble fiber foods instead of the supplements - things like rice, oatmeal, pasta, potatoes, etc.

I'm so sorry you had such a bad reaction - I really hope you're feeling better soon.

Best,
Heather

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