Is it ok to take Benefiber?

HollyBerry25

I really had not thought anything of it, but then I looked at the label and it does say to ask your doc.  I have been eating fruit and some veggies, but things are still not working out quite like normal.... So do you think its ok?  Its just fiber, right?

marista99

Seems like it'd be fine but as it says...ask your doctor. I don't see why it would be dangerous but presumably that warning is on there for a reason.

jr63_2020

My dr says no, I think because it processes through your liver. You can take Colace daily, or even metamucil.

Mallory1988

I take Benefiber daily, My doctor told me it was fine to take.

b.heather

FWIW: https://www.livestrong.com/article/86835-benefiber-pregnancy/

I think some doctors are just overly cautious - and in fact most get zero training in nutrition. Also, companies cover their butts by saying "pregnant women, check with your doc." It appears there is lots of evidence that Benfiber is just fine during pregnancy. Here is another list from an OB that includes it on the "safe" list: https://www.sipw.com/documents/obsafemeds.pdf 

jr63_2020

My dr says no, I think because it processes through your liver. You can take Colace daily, or even metamucil.

Bananappeal145

My doc says Metamucil capsules.

mattschic

I have diverticulosis so I HAVE to take benefiber daily or I could have a flair up.  My doctor said it was perfectly fine.  I also take a probiotic pill (Align) to help with my disease and that was given the thumbs up as well.