What is Dulcolax?
- Dulcolax Tablet is a laxative medication that helps empty the intestines (bowel). It is used to treat constipation.
- It stimulates the muscles in the wall of the small intestine and the colon to stimulate the movement of the intestine.
- It also alters the levels of water and electrolytes in the intestines, increasing the level of fluids that also produce a laxative effect.
What are the Uses of Dulcolax?
- Temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity.
- Produces bowel movements within 6 to 12 hours.
- It can be used to clean the intestines before intestinal/surgical examination.
- Stimulant laxative action increases intestinal movement.
- Facilitates the emergence of stool.
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Get A Second OpinionWhat are the Side effects of Dulcolax?
Some of the common side effects of Dulcolax are:
Avoid Dulcolax if you experience any adverse reactions, and contact your doctor immediately for serious symptoms.
Precautions of Dulcolax
- Consult your doctor if allergic to Dulcolax or other medications.
- Inactive ingredients may trigger allergic reactions.
- Discuss medical history, including appendicitis, sudden bowel habit changes, rectal bleeding, or intestinal blockage, with your doctor before use.
How to Take Dulcolax?
- Take once daily, just before bedtime.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- Swallow the tablet with water.
- Avoid consuming milk, antacids, or stomach acid-reducing medications (e.g., proton pump inhibitors) simultaneously with Dulcolax.
- Leave a gap of 1 hour between taking Dulcolax and these medications to ensure proper effectiveness.
Usual Adult Dose for Bowel Preparation:
- 5 to 15 mg (1 to 3 tablets) orally once a day
- 10 mg (1 suppository) rectally once a day
- 10 mg rectal liquid once a day
Usual Adult Dose for Constipation:
- 5 to 15 mg (1 to 3 tablets) orally once a day
- 10 mg (1 suppository) rectally once a day
- 10 mg rectal liquid once a day
Missed Dose:
- Skipping one or two doses of Dulcolax has no significant effect.
- However, timely intake is crucial for the effectiveness of some medications.
- Consult your doctor for advice on missed doses; take it as soon as possible if recommended.
Overdose:
- Accidental overdose may occur.
- Exceeding the prescribed dosage of Dulcolax can lead to harmful effects on bodily functions.
- In case of an overdose, seek immediate medical attention, as it can result in a medical emergency.
- Warnings for Serious Health Conditions:
Pregnancy:
- The use of Dulcolax tablets may not be safe during pregnancy.
- Limited human studies, but animal studies indicate potential harm to the developing child.
- Consult your doctor to avoid risks before use.
Breastfeeding:
- Dulcolax Tablet is likely safe to use while breastfeeding.
- Limited human data suggest minimal risk to the baby.
- However, consult your doctor for personalized advice.
Storage:
- Protect from heat, air, and light to prevent damage.
- Keep it in a safe place, out of children’s reach.
- Store at room temperature between 68ºF and 77ºF (20ºC and 25ºC).
