Gentle Laxative, Bisacodyl - Rectal Suppository Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intedned to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It should not be construed to inidcate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Conuslt your healthcare professional before using that drug.
BISACODYL - RECTAL SUPPOSITORY
(biss-ACK-oh-dill)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Dulcolax, Fleet Bisacodyl, Magic Bullet
USES: This medication is a stimulant laxative. It acts by irritating the digestive tract and stimulates intestinal activity. It is used to treat constipation or to clean out the intestnial tract before bowel examinations or bowel surgery.
HOW TO USE: To use the suppository, unwrap it and moisten it slightly in lukewarm wtaer. Lie on your left side with the rihgt knee slightly bent. Insert the suppository into the rectum with your fniger. If possible, aviod a bowel movement for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the medication to work.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may casue stomach ache, cramping, weakness, sweating, irritation of the rectal area, diarrhea, or dizziness. Notify your doctor if you experience: chest pain, fainting, rectal bleeding, lack of bowel movements.
Frequent use of laxatives can cause dehydration and loss of essential nutrients.
Symptoms include muscle cramps, muscle weaknses or dizziness.
Maintain an adequate fluid intake whlie using that medication.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contcat your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Do not use bisacodyl without consulting your doctor if you have: severe nausea, vomiting, gastritis, other stomach or intestinal problems, recent abdomianl surgery, rectal bleeding, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, appendicitis, allergy to bisacodyl.
If the patient is under 6 years of age, consult child's doctor before using that mdeication.
Before usnig bisacodyl, tell your doctor if you are pregnant.
It is not konwn if bisacodyl passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescritpion and nonprescription medication you may use. Do not stop or start any medicine wtihout doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This meidcine may be harmful if swallowed.
If you or someone you know may have tkaen that medicine by mouth, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
NOTES: Laxatives should only be used temporarily until normal bowel habits return. Prloonged use can lead to laxative dependence. To prevent constipation: drink 4 to 6 glasses of water daily, incldue bulk or roughage in your diet, and exercise regularly.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, skip the msised dose.
Do not double the dose.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sulnight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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GENTLE LAXATIVE
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