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This activity outlines the indications, actions, and contraindications for bisacodyl as a valuable
Bisacodyl Tablets Generic name: Bisacodyl Tablets [ bis-AK-oh-dil ]
Bisacodyl is an over-the-counter (OTC) laxative medication used to treat
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Side effects of bisacodyl include abdominal cramping, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, vertigo, rectal burning, and fluid and electrolyte imbalance
It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, helping the stool to come out
Bisacodyl is available as a tablet and a suppository (a solid
As a contact laxative, for which also antiresorptive hydragogue effects have been described, bisacodyl stimulates after hydrolysis in the large intestine, the mucosa of both the large intestine and of the rectum
It is also used before certain medical procedures or surgery to empty the bowels
Remove the foil wrapper and insert the suppository well into the rectum, pointed end first, and retain for at least 15–20 minutes if possible
[4] Its effect occurs in the large intestine within 6 to 12 hours following oral ingestion and within 15 to 60 minutes after rectal administration
Indications and Dosage
Bisacodyl
Dulcolax ® contains bisacodyl and is a stimulant laxative for the relief of constipation symptoms
Following either oral or rectal administration, bisacodyl is rapidly hydrolyzed to the active principle bis-(p-hydroxyphenyl)-pyridyl-2-methane (BHPM), mainly by esterases of the Label, 3, 4 In particular, as lactulose elicits its laxative effects in enhancing stool amounts and softening stool, such biochemical and physiologic activities can cause increased bowel sounds (borborygmi), a feeling of bloatedness, belching, frequent flatus, and diarrhea
The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Bisacodyl to avoid undesirable effects
They increase the muscle contractions that move along the stool mass