Dulcolax contains Bisacodyl 5mg a Gastro-resistant tablet that works while you sleep, in harmony with your body.
The small, easy to swallow tablets have a gastro-resistant coating, so they only work where they're needed, in the intestine.
Take at night in the comfort of your own home and, when you wake again (between 6-12 hours later), you'll feel able to poo. So, you can expect to feel good inside and out.
Dulcolax 5 mg Gastro-resistant Tablets are best taken at night with a glass of water (swallow - don't chew). Don't take the tablet with other products that reduce the acidity of the upper gastrointestinal tract. This includes milk, antacids and proton pump inhibitors.
Dose
Adults and children aged 10 years old and above: 1 to 2 tablets before bedtime (it's recommended you start treatment with 1 tablet per day).
Children 2 to 10 years: 1 tablet once in the evening(preferably at bedtime)
Precautions
Hypersensitivity, Obstruction or severe impaction, Symptoms of appendicitis or acute surgical abdomen, Vomiting, Rectal bleeding.
Avoid chronic use; may cause laxative dependence.
Avoid using in patients with gastroenteritis.
Do not chew tablet; swallow whole. Do not take within 1 hour of taking antacid or milk.
Not to be used for more than (>)1 week.
