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Bisacodyl

for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

Drug Facts

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Drug facts

Used for
  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
How to take it
  • take with a glass of water
  • do not take more than directed
  • adults and children 12 years and older: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose

What it is used for

  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

How to take it

  • take with a glass of water
  • do not take more than directed
  • adults and children 12 years and older: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
  • children 12 and under: ask a doctor

Warnings

Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product
  • do not chew or crush tablet(s)
  • do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
  • it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if
  • you have rectal bleeding or no 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.

Keeping it away from children

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Bisacodyl 5 mg

Other information

  • store at controlled room temperature 20°-25°C (68°-77°F); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
  • avoid excessive humidity
  • package not child resistant

Cite this page

NLM

sofidex [Internet]. Daloreum; c2026. Bisacodyl; [reviewed 2026 Aug 2; cited 2026 Nov 10]. Available from: https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/bisacodyl

APA 7th

sofidex. (2026, August 2). Bisacodyl. Daloreum. Retrieved November 10, 2026, from https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/bisacodyl

AMA 11th

Bisacodyl. sofidex. Reviewed August 2, 2026. Accessed November 10, 2026. https://sofidex.com/patients/medicines/bisacodyl

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