Biscodyl
Generic Name: biscodyl
Brand Names:
Bisacodyl
Purpose Stimulant Laxative
Overview
Purpose Stimulant Laxative
Uses
Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Dosage
Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 6 to under 12 years of age: 1 tablet in a single daily dose children under 6 years of age: ask a doctor
Side Effects
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
Interactions
Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps do not chew or crush tablet(s) do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
Warnings
Warnings WARNINGS Warning: Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing. Ask a doctor before use if you have: stomach pain, nausea or vomiting; A sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than two weeks. When using this product: Do not chew or crush tablet(s); Do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk; Do not use this product if you have stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps. Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps do not chew or crush tablet(s) do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Storage
Other information each tablet contains: magnesium 5 mg store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) use by expiration date on package protect from excessive humidity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biscodyl used for?▼
Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
What are the side effects of Biscodyl?▼
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
Can I take Biscodyl during pregnancy?▼
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
What are the important warnings for Biscodyl?▼
Warnings WARNINGS Warning: Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing. Ask a doctor before use if you have: stomach pain, nausea or vomiting; A sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than two weeks. When using this product: Do not chew or crush tablet(s); Do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk; Do not use this product if you have stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps. Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps do not chew or crush tablet(s) do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing
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Medical Disclaimer
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