Dulcolax Tablet
Product introduction
Dulcolax Tablet is a medicine used to treat constipation. It is a laxative and helps you empty your bowels. Sometimes it is used by hospitals before surgery or some internal examinations or treatments. It works by increasing the movement in the intestine.
Dulcolax Tablet is best taken at night when it is used to treat constipation. It should be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, broken or crushed. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose and increase if you need to, but do not exceed the maximum daily dose. You should not use this medicine for more than the recommended days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example drinking plenty of fluids, exercise regularly, eating more fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine are vomiting, stomach pain, and nausea. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have a blockage in your bowel, upset stomach or your bowel movements have been different for more than two weeks. Some medicines and some foods can interfere with the way this medicine works so discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are safe. You should not normally take other treatments for constipation while using this medicine and should also avoid dairy products at the same time. Dulcolax Tablet is not generally recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Dulcolax Tablet is best taken at night when it is used to treat constipation. It should be swallowed whole and must not be chewed, broken or crushed. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose and increase if you need to, but do not exceed the maximum daily dose. You should not use this medicine for more than the recommended days unless your doctor tells you to. Some lifestyle changes can help with constipation, for example drinking plenty of fluids, exercise regularly, eating more fiber-rich foods such as fruits, vegetables, and cereals.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine are vomiting, stomach pain, and nausea. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days. If they persist, your doctor may suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
Before using this medicine you should tell your doctor if you have a blockage in your bowel, upset stomach or your bowel movements have been different for more than two weeks. Some medicines and some foods can interfere with the way this medicine works so discuss this with your doctor to make sure you are safe. You should not normally take other treatments for constipation while using this medicine and should also avoid dairy products at the same time. Dulcolax Tablet is not generally recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Dulcolax Tablet
Side effects of Dulcolax Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Dulcolax
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Nausea
- Stomach cramp
How to use Dulcolax Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dulcolax Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Dulcolax Tablet works
Dulcolax Tablet is a laxative. It works by increasing the movement of the intestines, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dulcolax Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dulcolax Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dulcolax Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dulcolax Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Patients may experience dizziness and/or syncope due to a vasovagal response (e.g. to abdominal spasm). If patients experience abdominal spasm they should avoid driving.
Patients may experience dizziness and/or syncope due to a vasovagal response (e.g. to abdominal spasm). If patients experience abdominal spasm they should avoid driving.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Dulcolax Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Dulcolax Tablet is generally not advised if there is associated vomiting as the loss of body water can be harmful to kidney function.
Use of Dulcolax Tablet is generally not advised if there is associated vomiting as the loss of body water can be harmful to kidney function.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Dulcolax Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Dulcolax Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dulcolax Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Together with Dulcolax Tablet, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
- Avoid taking a Dulcolax Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
- Take Dulcolax Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- Dulcolax Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
- Together with Dulcolax Tablet, taking a fiber-rich diet containing whole grain bread and cereals, bran, fruits and green leafy vegetables, is essential to maintain healthy bowel function.
- Avoid taking a Dulcolax Tablet for more than 1 week, unless prescribed by the doctor, as it leads to dependency on the laxative action to produce a bowel movement.
- Take Dulcolax Tablet after 2 hours from other medicines, as it may interfere with the absorption of other medicines.
- Dulcolax Tablet should be preferably taken at bedtime because it requires 6 to 8 hours to show impact.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Stimulant Laxatives / Purgatives
Interaction with drugs
Taking Dulcolax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturbance in heart rhythm.
Your doctor may monitor your potassium levels closely.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Dulcolax Tablet
Once A Day
100%
What are you using Dulcolax Tablet for?
Constipation
94%
Others
6%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
42%
Average
31%
Poor
27%
What were the side-effects while using Dulcolax Tablet?
Stomach cramp
40%
Bloating
20%
No Side Effec*
13%
Nausea
7%
Dehydration
7%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Dulcolax Tablet?
With food
58%
Empty stomach
29%
With or witho*
12%
*With or without food
Please rate Dulcolax Tablet on price
Not Expensive
54%
Average
26%
Expensive
19%
FAQs
Is it safe to use Dulcolax Tablet?
Dulcolax Tablet is safe if you use it for a prescribed duration and dose as recommended by your doctor. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor.
Is Dulcolax Tablet a stimulant laxative?
Yes, Dulcolax Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives which increase bowel movements. Dulcolax Tablet is used for recent or long-term constipation. It can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation.
Is Dulcolax Tablet habit forming?
Dulcolax Tablet can be habit-forming. Long-term use can make your body depend on the laxative for regular bowel movements, damage the bowel, cause malnutrition, and problems with the amounts of water and salts in your body. Do not use this medicine for longer than directed by your doctor. If your constipation keeps returning, consult your doctor.
Is Dulcolax Tablet effective?
Yes, Dulcolax Tablet is effective if used for an approved indication at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Can I take Dulcolax Tablet for constipation?
Dulcolax Tablet is used for the treatment of recent or long-term constipation. Dulcolax Tablet can also be used to clear the bowels before surgery, labor or radiological investigation. Dulcolax Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives. Stimulant laxatives increase bowel movements, thus help in relieving constipation.
Can I take Dulcolax Tablet with senna?
Dulcolax Tablet and senna both belong to a group of medicines called laxatives. However, no drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Can the use of Dulcolax Tablet help lose weight?
Dulcolax Tablet does not cause weight loss. Please consult your doctor in case you experience weight loss while taking Dulcolax Tablet or if you need treatment for weight management.
Does Dulcolax Tablet cause diarrhea?
Diarrhea is a common side effect of Dulcolax Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience intolerable diarrhea with Dulcolax Tablet.
Does Dulcolax Tablet cause cramping?
Abdominal cramps or pain is a common side effect of Dulcolax Tablet. Please consult your doctor if you experience cramps while taking Dulcolax Tablet.
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