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Is Dulcolax Effective In Treating Constipation?

Hi, I have been constipated for about 10 days. I have very mild piles. When trying to go to the toilet the stool gets stuck coming out because of it s size, It s hard and dry. I have been taking lactulose for a day so far and ( 3 doses a day) I have the sensation to go toilet but it gets stuck. Can I now switch medication to dulcolax or will it make it worse?
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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Hi,

Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns.





you can switch over to Dulcolax,if lactulose fails to act.
Dulcolax, or bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative drug that produces a bowel movement.It induces a bowel movement within 6–10 hours when given orally .It has minimal systemic absorption and appears to be safe for acute and long-term use. You can take 2 Dulcolax(5 mg)tablets at bed-time to soften your stool.Also increase your dietary fibre and fluid intake.

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Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D.
Mumbai
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Is Dulcolax Effective In Treating Constipation?

Hi, Thank you for your query. I can understand your concerns. you can switch over to Dulcolax,if lactulose fails to act. Dulcolax, or bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative drug that produces a bowel movement.It induces a bowel movement within 6–10 hours when given orally .It has minimal systemic absorption and appears to be safe for acute and long-term use. You can take 2 Dulcolax(5 mg)tablets at bed-time to soften your stool.Also increase your dietary fibre and fluid intake. Regards Dr. T.K. Biswas M.D. Mumbai