Dulcosoft Liquid Oral Laxative for Comfortable Relief from Constipation, 250 Millilitre

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As with all laxatives, sodium picosulfate should not be taken on a continuous daily basis for more than five days without investigating the cause of constipation. It is not known whether bisacodyl passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are breast-feeding a baby. If you are using Dulcolax to prepare for a medical test, follow your doctor's instructions about when to use the medicine. Taking an extra dose of bisacodyl is unlikely to harm you. You may get diarrhoea and stomach pain, but this should get better within a day or two. If you are preparing for a medical test and you miss your dose, call your doctor for instructions. What happens if I overdose?

If the symptoms worsen during the use of the medicinal product, a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted. Store Dulcolax oral or rectal medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Dosing information Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222, especially if anyone has accidentally swallowed a rectal suppository. What should I avoid before or after using Dulcolax? It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines to control constipation before using this medicine. Very common (≥ 1/10); common (≥ 1/100, < 1/10); uncommon (≥ 1/1000, <1/100); rare (≥ 1/10000, <1/1000); very rare (<1/10000); not known – cannot be estimated from the available data.Sodium picosulfate is converted into the active laxative compound, bis-(p- hydroxyphenyl)-pyridyl-2-methane (BHPM), via bacterial cleavage in the distal segment of the intestine.

Following conversion, only small amounts of BHPM are absorbed and are almost completely conjugated in the intestinal wall and the liver to form the inactive BHPM glucuronide. After oral administration of 10 mg sodium picosulfate 10.4% of the total dose was excreted as BHPM glucuronide in urine after 48 hours. In general, urinary excretion decreases when higher doses of sodium picosulfate are being administered. medicines that make you pee more (diuretics), steroids (like prednisolone) or digoxin (a heart medicine) – these can upset the balance of salts and minerals in your body if you have too much bisacodyl. If you are taking digoxin, this imbalance makes it more likely you will have the serious side effects of digoxin. Talk to a doctor or pharmacist before taking bisacodyl if you are taking any of these medicines.Call your doctor if you do not have a bowel movement after using this medicine, or if you have constipation for longer than 7 days. Docusate is occasionally used in pregnancy and there is no evidence to suggest it will harm your baby. However, other types of laxative are usually tried first, because there is more information to say that they are safe. Docusate and breastfeeding The usual starting dose for adults, and children aged 4 years and over, is 5mg, taken once a day at bedtime. A doctor may prescribe higher doses (up to a maximum of 20mg, taken once a day) if necessary. Dosage for suppositories Bisacodyl tablets or suppositories are not generally recommended if you are pregnant. Talk to your doctor about whether taking bisacodyl is right for you. Do not crush, chew, or break a Dulcolax tablet. Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.

If you're pregnant or breastfeeding, you can try to treat constipation without taking a medicine. This involves eating more fibre and drinking plenty of fluids. It may also help to do gentle exercise. It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that material is not easily eliminated from the body. children aged 2 to 17 years – one 5mg or 10mg suppository, used once a day in the morning (on doctor's advice only) If diet and lifestyle changes do not work, your doctor or midwife may recommend a laxative, such as lactulose or Fybogel. These laxatives are quite often used during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Docusate in pregnancy Severe dehydration may cause tremors, weakness, blurry vision, fainting, kidney damage, and, in extreme cases, death. Dehydration often requires medical treatment.If the symptoms worsen during the use of the medicinal product, a doctor or a pharmacist should be consulted.

Dizziness and syncope occurring after taking sodium picosulfate appear to be consistent with a vasovagal response (for example, due to abdominal spasm, defaecation).Harmful for those suffering from alcoholism. To be taken into account in pregnant or breast-feeding women, children and high-risk groups such as patients with liver disease, or epilepsy. Dulcolax ® Pico Liquid contains 4.8 vol % ethanol (alcohol) i.e. up to 480 mg per dose, equivalent to 10.4 ml beer, 4.3 ml wine per dose. Remove the wrapper from the suppository. Avoid handling the suppository too long or it will melt in your hands. If the suppository is soft, you may hold it under cool running water or refrigerate it for a few minutes. Whatever the cause, constipation can be uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy or generally ‘off colour’. Sometimes it causes headaches.