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Bisacodyl

for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour.

Sold without prescription in some countries Rectal Safety alerts on record

How to use Bisacodyl

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

For relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

How to take it and how often
  • Peel open plastic
  • Insert suppository into rectum, pointed end first
  • Retain about 15 to 20 minutes
  • Adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose
  • Children 6 to under 12 years of age ½ suppository in a single daily dose
  • Children under 6 years of age
  • Ask a doctor
While you are taking it

it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild cramps

Talk to a doctor first if

stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Warnings

For rectal use only 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, rectal burning and mild cramps 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. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Possible 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

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-02-01.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Womens Gentle LaxativeBISACODYL 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Coated · CVS HEALTH CORP
NDC 69842-089Label
OnelaxBISACODYL 10 mg/1 · Suppository · AKRON PHARMA INC
NDC 71399-8460Label
BisacodylBISACODYL 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Delayed Release · Chain Drug Consortium
NDC 68016-688Label
Gentle LaxativeBISACODYL 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Delayed Release · Wal-Mart Stores Inc
NDC 49035-327Label
Gentle LaxativeBISACODYL 5 mg/1 · Tablet, Delayed Release · Cardinal Health 110, LLC. DBA Leader
NDC 70000-0221Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACBisacodyl Tablet C4-1359NAFDACBisacodyl Tablets C4-1171NAFDACBisacodyl 5 Tablets A11-100350NAFDACBisacodyl 10 Tablets A11-100351NAFDACBisacure 5 mg Tablet A4-8553NAFDACDulcolax 5 mg Tablet B4-1895NAFDACConlax 5 Suppositories A4-2722NAFDACKrishat Bisacodyl Tablet A11-1117

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

QP LAXATIVE BISACODYL 5 MG TABLET 50 CT SKU 902449 QP WOMEN LAXATIVE BISCODYL TABLET 25 CT SKU 915221 distributed to specific Family Dollar Stores 04/30/2022 through 06/10/2022.U.S. FDA Class II
23 Jun 2022 · Family Dollar Stores, Llc. · OngoingCGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.
Bisacodyl Suppositories, Fast Acting Stimulant Laxative, 100 suppositories per box, 10 mg each, Health Star, NDC 57896-443-01.U.S. FDA Class II
29 Jun 2022 · Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office · TerminatedCGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label specifications.
Laxative Suppositories (Bisacodyl USP, 10 mg), a) 12 Suppositories per carton, NDC: 0536-1355-12, b) 100 Suppositories per carton, NDC: 0536-1355-01, Distributed Rugby LaboratoriesU.S. FDA Class II
21 May 2019 · Torrent Pharma Inc · TerminatedcGMP Deviations: Potential product contamination with Burkholderia cepacia (B.cepacia) and Ralstonia pickettii (R. pickettii).
Bisacodyl Suppositories, Brite Stock, Reese.U.S. FDA Class II
21 May 2019 · Torrent Pharma Inc · TerminatedcGMP Deviations: Potential product contamination with Burkholderia cepacia (B.cepacia) and Ralstonia pickettii (R. pickettii).

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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3 free checks left today Official sources: U.S. FDA · EMA (EU) · NAFDAC · WHO alerts

Questions about Bisacodyl

What is Bisacodyl used for?

for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Bisacodyl?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: Peel open plastic. Insert suppository into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes. adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. children 6 to under 12 years of age ½ suppository in a single daily dose children under 6 years of age ask a doctor…

Do I need a prescription for Bisacodyl?

In many countries Bisacodyl is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Bisacodyl?

Bisacodyl is sold under names such as Dulcolax, Bisac-evac, Correct (new Formula), Laxomil, The Magic Bullet, Ex-lax Ultra, Alophen Reformulated Jan 2008, Evac-u-gen Reformulated Jan 2008. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Bisacodyl is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.