Question 1

is bisacodyl with alchool bad for you?

Accepted Answer

Drug interaction : Checker shows no interactions between bisacodyl and alcohol.

Question 2

what are the indications for bisacodyl?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: Hi.
Bisacodyl is used for constipation. Hard bowel movements that are difficult to pass. Thats constipation.
Take 1 to 3 tablets of 10 mg at bedtime to have a bowel movement in the morning.
Feel better
Dr Lori Lange

Question 3

can i take 20 mg or four pills of bisacodyl at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is typically fine as part of a bowel preparation for colonoscopy.

Question 4

will my body eventually become resistant to the effects of dulcolax (bisacodyl)?

Accepted Answer

: It may, and this is where lifestyle changes are critical in the long run, including diet changes, proper hydration and physical exercise. Laxatives should be reserved for as needed use. Many times work is needed for medical causes for refractory constipation, talk to your doc.

Question 5

is bisacodyl stronger than docusate?

Accepted Answer

Different: These are different drugs with different mechanism of actions.  It is like comparing an apple to an orange.  Biscodyl is a stimulant laxative directly working on the smooth muscles of the intestines.  Docusate is simply a stool softener working by allowing increased absorption of fat and water.

Question 6

is ex-lax stronger than bisacodyl 5mg?

Accepted Answer

No: Biscodyl  is a stool softener whereas
exlax is a laxitive.

Question 7

can i use bisacodyl suppository daily?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: This can be used as a daily regimen for constipation. Check with your physician.

Question 8

what is the difference between bisacodyl and sennosides?

Accepted Answer

Similar effect: Biscodyl is fairly safe chemical available in tablet, suppository & enema form.Acts directly on colonic nerves to stumulate contractions which lead to mechanical expulsion of stool. Also have effect of increasing fluid & sodium secretion in bowel. Sennosides r derived from senna leaves, available in tablet or liquid form, is converted into bowel contraction stimulant form by colonic bacteria.

Question 9

what is the difference of bisacodyl and sennosides for bms?

Accepted Answer

Both are laxatives: Biscodyl is chemical strong laxative.
Sennosidees are vegetable laxative, are quite safe and can be taken regularly.

Question 10

can i use bisacodyl suppository frequently without problem?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: This can be used as a daily regimen for constipation. Check with your physician.

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