Adults and children 12 years and over 1 suppository once daily
ISSN (print): 0966-0461
Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative used to treat constipation and empty the bowels
Bisacodyl is available as oral (5‐layer enteric‐coated tablets) and rectal
Use: Labeled Indications
DULCOLAX
When bisacodyl is administered orally, it is usually taken at breakfast
Bisacodyl
Enema Administration
Do not take bisacodyl more than once a day or for more than 1 week without talking to your doctor
NDC; 1: 54162
for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity - this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
You are Retain about 15 to 20 minutes
The suppositories take 10 to 45 minutes to work, so it's best to stay close to a toilet after you've used them
children under 6 years of age
this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
Take off foil wrapper
Coated tablets (5 mg): blister packs of 10, 30, 60, and 100
Dulcolax suppository contains 10 mg of bisacodyl as the active ingredient
Lying on your side, wearing gloves, and applying a lubricating gel can make for a better experience
Childn 4-10 yr 1 ped supp daily, <4 yr 1 ped supp daily
25 US fluid ounces (37 ml) pre-packaged enema containing a 10 mg delivered dose of liquid bisacodyl
Dulcolax Suppositories may be used before or after a meal, however please note, these products are to be used in the rectum and not eaten
Intestinal stomas allow for the exit of waste when the traditional route is compromised