Description Dulcolax Suppositories contain a medicine called bisacodyl. This locally acting stimulant laxative relieves constipation by stimulating and drawing water into the intestines to produce a bowel movement. Dulcolax Suppositories act directly in the rectum, providing predictable relief at the source and stimulating your natural gut rhythm to soften the stools for fast & effective relief in about 10 to 45 minutes. How to use: The suppositories should only be used in your back passage. Take off the foil wrapping Lie on one side and pull your knees up towards your chest. Keep one leg drawn up more than the other. Use your first finger (index finger) or middle finger to push in the suppository. Gently push the suppository as far as possible into your back passage, pointed end first. Once it is as far as it will go, push it sideways to make sure it touches the wall of the bowel. Lower your legs to a comfortable position whilst the suppository is retained in place. Keep the suppository inside you for at least 30 minutes. If you feel the suppository might come out straight away: • You may not have put it in high enough. Push it in as far as possible. • Try to keep it in for 30 minutes, even if you feel like you urgently need to go to the toilet. This is how long it takes to work. Adults & Children over 10 years: Put one 10 mg suppository into the back passage for immediate effect. Only use one suppository per day. Children under 10 years: Dulcolax 5 mg Suppositories for Children should be used if recommended by a doctor. Do not take every day for more than five days. If you need laxatives every day, or if you have abdominal pain which does not go away, you should see your doctor. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORIES For rectal use only. Do not swallow. Do not take if you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you or your child are taking any other prescription medications, regular medicines, or receiving regular treatment. Seek immediate medical advice in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well. Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully. This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. If the symptoms worsen or persist during the use of the medicinal product or there is no bowel movement after three days, a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted. Prolonged use without medical supervision may be harmful. For professional advice on medicines, always consult your pharmacist. Stimulant laxatives do not reduce the number of calories absorbed from food. This means they do not help with weight loss. Ingredients: Each suppository contains 10 mg of bisacodyl as the active ingredient. The other ingredient is Hard fat (Adeps solidus). Read the patient information leaflet here. Listen to the Wondercare podcast here! Author: OrderManagerView all posts by OrderManager
