Dulcolax 30 Tablets
Dulcolax contains Bisacodyl
A stimulant laxative that acts on the muscles in the wall of the small intestine and colon to generate bowel movement. It also affects the levels of water and electrolytes in the intestines, which results in a laxative effect.
Dulcolax Indications:
• Constipation.
• Colonic evacuation before radiological procedures and surgery.
Points of interest:
• Swallow the whole tablet.
• It generally takes 6 – 12 hours for this medication to work.
• Antacids and milk may reduce the effect of other medications take this medication 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking antacids or milk.
• Laxatives do not help with weight loss.
How to use Dulcolax :
1 -3 tablets once daily
Active Ingredients:
Bisacodyl
Dulcolax Side effects:
• Abdominal Cramping.
• Diarrhea.
• Nausea.
• Vomiting.
• Fluid and electrolyte imbalance.
Cautions:
• Prolonged excessive use can cause diarrhea and related effects.
• Intestinal loss of fluids can promote dehydration; symptoms may include thirst and oliguria.
• Patients may experience blood in the stool (Hematochezia).
• Should not be taken for more than five days.
• Contraindicated in patients with severe dehydration.
Dulcolax Interactions:
• Antacid: concomitant use may cause gastric irritation.
• Diuretics: increased risk of electrolyte imbalance.
• Corticosteroids: increased risk of electrolyte imbalance.
Quantity:
30 Tablets
How To Store:
room temperature
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