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Dulcolax - Bisacodyl

Bharat Pothuri Medically Reviewed by Dr. Bharat Pothuri, MD, FACG
Brand Name
Dulcolax
Generic Name
Bisacodyl
Drug Class
Stimulant Laxative
Availability
OTC
Manufacturer
Boehringer Ingelheim
Indications
Constipation
Type
Tablet, Suppository
Doses
5-15 mg once daily
Route
Oral, Rectal
Side Effects
Abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea
Interactions
May increase potassium loss with diuretics; avoid with bowel obstruction
Overdose
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and severe stomach/abdominal pain or cramping.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, skip it and take your next dose at the regular time. Do not take extra doses to make up for the missed dose.
Contraindications
Appendicitis, intestinal obstruction, undiagnosed abdominal pain.
Alternatives
Senna, Sennosides, Castor oil
Co-Pay Assistance Program
OTC
Patient Assistance Program
Not available

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bisacodyl used for?

Bisacodyl is a Simulant laxative, which is applied in the treatment of constipation as it enhances the bowel movements.

How does Bisacodyl work?

The efficacy of Bisacodyl is in the fact that, it produces musculars of bowels thereby helping in the alleviation of bowel movements and constipation.

Which side effects are most likely to be observed with Bisacodyl?

Side effects that occur most common are the cramping of the abdomen, diarrhea and nausea. This would lead to addiction or electrolyte imbalance with its constant use.

How does Bisacodyl work?

Bisacodyl is sold in either tablet or orally administered suppository. The dosages of steroids depend on prescription by the doctor.

Does Bisacodyl experience chronic constipation?

The prescription of Bisacodyl is in the short term. In the case of chronic constipation, your health provider can prescribe other interventions or lifestyle.

Is Bisacodyl fetal toxic?

Consumption of Bisacodyl must be employed where it is needed due to pregnancy. Using the safer alternatives Visit your health expert during pregnancy.

And leave to take Bisacodyl, Michel?

You must necessarily forget taking a dose, or in what respect take it when reminded that you forgot to take a dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Interaction Bisacodyl is not interacted with any other medicaments.

Yes, Bisacodyl can be used in association with other drugs especially the ones which affect the electrolyte balance. One must always be required to make the physician aware of the medication that he takes.

How long does Bisacodyl take to act?

Mean action time of Bisacodyl is 612 hours (oral), and 1560 minutes (suppository).

Does Bisacodyl have dehydrating effect?

Actually, excessive doses of Bisacodyl may cause dehydration especially in cases where the diarrhea is acute. Better still, it is good to take as much water as possible when taking this drug.