As we all know, some of these drugs we take for pain relief can cause constipation. I do try to eat well and eat plenty of fiber but sometimes things get out of whack. This is one of those times.

What is a good, cheap source of extra fiber...such as metamucil? I have a drink mix I use that has fiber but apparently not enough and there are times I just don't feel like drinking a bunch of liquid to get that little bit of fiber (5grams, I think it is, per envelope).

Also, I know there are two different kinds of fiber, soluable and non-soluable. Do I need one or the other or a good mix of both?

I'd sure appreciate any insights any of you have being as you're probably dealing with the same constipation issues I am: From the pain killers. For me it's Tramadol (Ultracet to be precise).