I have an ileostomy, and a nurse practitioner recommended Citrucel and Magnesium Glycinate to keep things moving through the small bowel. Citrucel, as I understand it, is a water-soluble fiber supplement. Has anyone tried either? I was also reading about Metamucil, which apparently coats the interior of the small bowel, thus helping things move along. I'm leery about taking anything without talking to others who have tried whatever was recommended. Does anybody have any experience with any of these or similar products they can share with me? Thank you.

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