Dulcolax Laxative (BISACODYL)
Dulcolax Laxative (BISACODYL) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Dulcolax Laxative; Generic name: BISACODYL; Drug class: Stimulant Laxative [EPC].
| Brand name | Dulcolax Laxative |
|---|---|
| Generic name | BISACODYL |
| Drug class | Stimulant Laxative [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | Chattem, Inc. |
| Used for | Use for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour |
| Dosage | Directions Peel open plastic. Insert suppository into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes. adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. children 6 to under 12 years of age ½ suppository in a single daily dose children under 6 years of age ask a doctor |
| Warnings | Warnings For rectal use only Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feedin |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active i ngredient (in each suppository) Bisacodyl (USP) 10 mg |
| Route | RECTAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=016a4920-77a7-4ac3-8d9d-fd2f564dfee6 |