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Dulcolax Suppositories Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Bisacodyl 10mg.
Pharmacological Class
Stimulant.
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How Supplied
Tabs—25, 100, 150
Supp—16
Supp—16
Manufacturer
Dulcolax Suppositories Indications
Indications
Occasional constipation.
Dulcolax Suppositories Dosage and Administration
Adult
1 supp rectally once daily. Retain for 15–20 minutes. Results usually within 15 minutes to 1 hour; reevaluate if ineffective.
Children
<6yrs: individualize. 6–11yrs: ½ supp rectally once daily. Retain for 15–20 minutes. Results usually within 15 minutes to 1 hour; reevaluate if ineffective.
Dulcolax Suppositories Contraindications
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Suppositories Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Suppositories Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Do not use if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting present.
Dulcolax Suppositories Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Dulcolax Suppositories Interactions
Interactions
Tabs: do not take within at least 1 hour after antacids or milk.
Dulcolax Suppositories Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Abdominal discomfort, faintness, cramps; also supps: rectal burning.
Dulcolax Suppositories Clinical Trials
See Literature
Dulcolax Suppositories Note
Not Applicable
Dulcolax Suppositories Patient Counseling
See Literature
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