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Dulcolax Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Bisacodyl 5mg; e-c tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Stimulant.
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How Supplied
Tabs—25, 100, 150
Supp—16
Supp—16
Manufacturer
Dulcolax Indications
Indications
Occasional constipation.
Dulcolax Dosage and Administration
Adult
Swallow whole. 1–3 tabs daily. Results usually in 6–12 hours; reevaluate if ineffective.
Children
Swallow whole. <6yrs: individualize. 6–11yrs: 1 tab daily. Results usually in 6–12 hours; reevaluate if ineffective.
Dulcolax Contraindications
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Do not use if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting present.
Dulcolax Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Dulcolax Interactions
Interactions
Tabs: do not take within at least 1 hour after antacids or milk.
Dulcolax Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Abdominal discomfort, faintness, cramps; also supps: rectal burning.
Dulcolax Clinical Trials
See Literature
Dulcolax Note
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Patient Counseling
See Literature
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