What each one is for, how to take it, side effects and warnings, side by side from the official labels.
| Bisacodyl | Gentle Laxative Bisacodyl | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Stimulant Laxative | Stimulant Laxative |
| Used for | for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour | ■ for relief of occasional constipation ■ this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 to 60 minutes |
| Usual adult dose | Adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. | Adults and children 12 and over : 1 suppository once daily. |
| Infancia | Children 6 to under 12 years of age ½ suppository in a single daily dose. | Children 6 to under 12 years : ½ suppository once daily. |
| Prescription (U.S.) | No (over the counter) | No (over the counter) |
| Common side effects | 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 | ■ you have rectal bleeding ■ you fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. This may indicate a serious condition |
| Pregnancy | If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. | If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. |
From the official U.S. labels. Brands and strengths differ between countries.
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
Check them togetherBisacodyl is stimulant Laxative and Gentle Laxative Bisacodyl is stimulant Laxative. Bisacodyl is used for: for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour Gentle Laxative Bisacodyl is used for: ■ for relief of occasional constipation ■ this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 to 60 minutes
Neither official label mentions the other. That does not prove they are safe together: ask a pharmacist, and use the free interaction checker.
It depends on what you are treating, your health and other medicines. Your doctor or pharmacist can tell you which one suits you; this page shows what each official label says.