Fleet Bisacodyl Suppositories Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
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