What can help me have stronger stools?

Question

Hi, I have chronically soft stools. I am going to try to make some changes in my diet to alleviate this, but I wanted to know if there are any products that a professional would recommend to me to reduce this problem. I am open to hearing other recommendations to help me with this problem.

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello, thank you for your question! First, taking psyllium fiber as in Metamucil is suggested. However, for diarrhea relief, it would be recommended to take the dose listed on the container but with very little water, to make the stool more solid. Just be careful to space out at least 3 hours from taking other medications. Hopefully, this has been helpful to you, please feel free if you have any other questions! Tom Samaha, pharmacist