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About an hour ago i used a suppository consisting of phenylephrine and cocoa butter. is it safe to use a dulcolax one consisting of bisacodyl usp?
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Bisacodyl: Yes, bisacodyl is safe - it is a stimulant laxative and may cause cramping. There is no contraindication to using the suppository intermittently.
Answered 8/2/2020
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