Metamucil can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth, possibly making them less effective. If you take any oral medicines, take them 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take this medicine.
Interactions between your drugs
No interactions were found between lisinopril and Metamucil.
In general, fiber supplements may reduce or delay your body's absorption of certain medications. Try to take medications at least 1 hour before or 2 to 4 hours after taking fiber.
High Blood Pressure
Although studies are not entirely conclusive, adding fiber to your diet, particularly psyllium, may help lower blood pressure. In one study, 6 months of supplementation with psyllium fiber significantly reduced both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in overweight people with hypertension.
Soluble fiber found in beans, oats, flaxseed and oat bran may help lower total blood cholesterol levels by lowering low-density lipoprotein, or "bad," cholesterol levels. Studies also have shown that high-fiber foods may have other heart-health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and inflammation.
Soluble fiber sources include barley, oatmeal, beans, nuts, and fruits such as apples, berries, citrus fruits, and pears. Both types have been linked to heart health. Fiber's role in preventing heart disease is thought to stem from its ability to lower both blood pressure and cholesterol.
Fiber supplements can cause belly bloating and gas, at least at first. People with stomach problems such as a history of a blocked bowel or Crohn's disease should talk to a member of their health care team before taking a fiber supplement.
Q: Is it ok to use metamucil every day ? As a dietary fibre supplement:Metamucil can be taken every day up to three times per day as a dietary fibre supplement.
Bulk-forming fibers like psyllium husk, may affect how well medicines work. Take this product at least 2 hours before or after medicines. Our powdered product must be mixed with liquids, not taken in its dry form. Capsules should be taken one at a time; we do not recommend dissolving them in water.
The psyllium fiber in Metamucil helps lower cholesterol to promote heart health† by trapping some cholesterol in the digestive system to be removed with waste.
Q: Are there any drug interactions or restrictions with Metamucil? A: Bulk fibers may affect how well other medications work. If your patients are taking a prescription medication by mouth, they should take Metamucil at least two hours before or two hours after the prescribed medicine.
Psyllium has been shown to help lower blood pressure, improving lipid levels, and strengthening heart muscle.
Laxatives may be habit-forming if they are used too often or for too long. Psyllium can swell in your throat and cause choking if you don't take it with enough liquid. Drink plenty of fluids each day to help improve bowel regularity. Take psyllium with a full glass (at least 8 ounces) of water or other liquid.
No interactions were found between atorvastatin and Metamucil.
Magnesium also increases the effectiveness of all antihypertensive drug classes. It remains to be conclusively proven that cardiovascular disease such as coronary heart disease, ischemic stroke, and cardiac arrhythmias can be prevented or treated with magnesium intake.
Foods high in potassium also can interfere with some medications for high blood pressure and heart failure. It certainly would take more than one banana to raise potassium levels to a dangerous level for the average person, Spees said.
“Consuming diets with adequate magnesium may reduce the risk of high blood pressure (hypertension).
Magnesium taurate
Many doctors consider magnesium taurate⁹ the best supplement for people with hypertension (high blood pressure).