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Treats occasional constipation by making bowel movements regular. Also treats constipation after surgery or childbirth.
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Biscolax, Bisac-Evac, Dulcolax, The Magic Bullet, Fleet Bisacodyl, Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit, Dulcolax Bowel Prep Kit |
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Laxatives, Stimulant
Biscolax, Bisac-Evac, Dulcolax, The Magic Bullet, Fleet Bisacodyl, Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit, Dulcolax Bowel Prep Kit
Uses
Treats occasional constipation by making bowel movements regular. Also treats constipation after surgery or childbirth.
Storage
- Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
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You may store the suppositories in the refrigerator, but do not freeze them.
Keep all medicine away from children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
How To Use
- APPEARANCE: Suppository.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often.
- Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
You should not use this medicine for longer than 1 week.
Never take rectal suppositories by mouth.
Wash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.
- Remove the foil or wrapper from the suppository before inserting it.To make the suppository easier to insert, you may use a lubricating gel such as K-Y® Jelly, but do not use petroleum jelly (Vaseline®).
Lie on your left side with your left leg straight or slightly bent, and your right knee bent upward.
- Gently push the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum about 1 inch.Keep lying down for about 15 minutes to keep the suppository from coming out before it melts.
- Then, wash your hands again.
This medicine should cause you to have a bowel movement within 15 minutes to 1 hour.
Side Effects
- Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Bleeding from your rectum.
Dark, tarry stools.
Lightheadedness or fainting.
Nausea or vomiting.
Sweating or seizures (especially in children or older adults).
Precautions
- You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to bisacodyl (Dulcolax®), glycerin, or senna (Senokot®).
- Do not use this medicine if you have rectal bleeding, stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting.
- Do not use this medicine if your bowel habits have suddenly changed in the past 2 weeks.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can.
- If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Drug Interactions
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have any type of stomach or intestinal (bowel) problems.
- These may include diverticulitis, intestinal blockage, rectal bleeding, or moderate to severe stomach pain.
Tell your doctor if your constipation does not improve after using this medicine for 1 week.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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