Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories

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  • Constipation and bowel cleansers

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Bisacodyl 10mg.

Pharmacological Class

Stimulant.

How Supplied

Tabs—25; Supps—4; Enema—37mL

Manufacturer

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Indications

Indications

Occasional constipation.

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Dosage and Administration

Adult

1 supp rectally daily. Retain supp at least 15–20 min; bowel movement usually within 15–60 min.

Children

<6yrs: not recommended. 6–11yrs: ½ supp rectally daily. Retain supp at least 15–20 min; bowel movement usually within 15–60 min.

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Contraindications

Not Applicable

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs.

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Interactions

Interactions

Tabs: Do not take within 1hr after antacid, milk.

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Abdominal discomfort, faintness, cramps; also supps, enema: rectal burning.

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Clinical Trials

See Literature

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Note

Not Applicable

Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Patient Counseling

See Literature