Dulcolax® Laxative Suppositories contain 10 mg of bisacodyl, which stimulates the muscles in the intestine to promote bowel activity.Fast Acting: You may see results in as little as 10-30 minutesEffective Constipation TreatmentActive Ingredient: Bisacodyl 10mg
What Dulcolax 10mg Bisacodyl Suppositories are and what they are used for.
Dulcolax 10mg Bisacodyl Suppositories are used for the short-term relief of occasional constipation. Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories contain bisacodyl which belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives, which increase bowel movements. This medicine does not help with weight loss.
Dulcolax Suppositories are ideal for people seeking relief from the short-term relief of occasional constipation. A bowel movement would usually be expected in fifteen minutes to one hour following insertion of a Dulcolax suppository. Like the tablets, the active ingredient in Dulcolax Suppositories is Bisacodyl: a proven and safe compound that has no harmful side effects. Because it is effective only in the lower colon, it is particularly suitable for use during pregnancy. Nevertheless, as with all drugs, Dulcolax Suppositories should only be taken during pregnancy on medical advice.
With Dulcolax Suppositories the active ingredient is mixed with a completely safe wax-like material that is firm at room temperature, but which melts at body temperature to allow the ingredient to work locally only. Dulcolax Suppositories are specially shaped so that they are easy to insert gently into the rectum. They are especially useful for providing gentle, effective constipation relief to individuals who have difficulty swallowing. Your doctor may advise you to use a suppository before certain medical procedures.
What is constipation?
Normal and regular bowel movement is important for most people. However, what is “normal and regular” varies from person to person. Some may have a bowel movement every day, others less often. Whatever it is like for you, it is best that your bowel movement has a regular pattern.
Constipation is an occasional problem for some people; for others, it may happen more often
It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that the material is not easily eliminated from the body
The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with:
A sudden change of diet
A diet with not enough fibre
Not drinking enough fluids
Loss of ‘tone’ of the bowel muscles in older people
Pregnancy
Medicines such as morphine or codeine
Having to stay in bed for a long time
Lack of exercise
Whatever the cause, constipation is uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy, or generally “off colour”. Sometimes it causes headaches.
It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines to control constipation before using this medicine.
These healthy tips are recommended to try and prevent constipation happening:
Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables
Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated
Keep up your exercise and stay fit
Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you
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How To Use
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your pharmacist if you are not sure.
If this medicine is from your doctor or pharmacist, do exactly as they have told you. Otherwise, follow the instructions below. If you do not understand the instructions, or if you are not sure, ask your pharmacist or doctor.
As with all laxatives, Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories should not be used every day for more than 5 days. If you need laxatives every day, or if you have abdominal pain which does not go away, you should see your doctor.
How to use the suppositories
The suppositories should only be used in your back passage.
1. Take off the foil wrapping
2. Lie on one side and pull your knees up towards your chest. Keep one leg drawn up more than the other
3. Use your first finger (index finger) or middle finger to push in the suppository
4. Gently push the suppository as far as possible into your back passage, pointed end first
5. Once it is as far as it will go, push it side-ways to make sure it touches the wall of the bowel
6. Lower your legs to a comfortable position whilst the suppository is retained in place
7. 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
How much to use
Adults and children 12 years and over:
Put one 10 mg suppository into the back passage for immediate effect (they usually have a laxative effect within 10 to 30 minutes). Only use one suppository per day. This should not be used in children or adolescents under the age of 12 years.
Length of treatment
These suppositories should not be used every day for more than 5 days. If you need laxatives every day, then you should see your doctor to find the cause of your constipation. Overuse can be harmful.
If you use more Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories than you should
It may be harmful to:
Use too many Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories
Use Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories for too long
This is because using too much for too long may lead to:
Imbalance of fluid and salts in the body. This can affect the tightness of muscles such as those in the bowel. It can also affect the salts in the blood.
Low levels of potassium in the blood (called ‘hypokalaemia’). This can make you tired, dizzy, make your muscles weak and cause an uneven heartbeat.
Dehydration, making you thirsty, feel faint and giving you headaches. It can also mean you cannot pass enough urine.
Delivery Options
Delivery options
All deliveries are subject to the availability of the product and product sale conditions been met.
Order & Collect
Free next-day collection from In-Store
UK Delivery
Standard Delivery within the UK £3.50 Delivery time 3-4 days First Class Delivery within the UK £5.90 Delivery time 1-2 days Priority Delivery within the UK £7.10. Next day delivery by 1pm. Order must be placed by 1pm. Priority delivery is only available Monday to Thursday.
Europe Delivery
Standard Delivery within EEC from £12.50 Delivery time up to 5 days depending on the local delivery service within your country. Expedited Delivery within EEC £39.50 Delivery time 2 days. Delivery by DHL, UPS or TNT.
Rest of the World
Standard Delivery Rest of the World from £16.10 Delivery Time 10 – 15 Days Expedited Delivery Rest of the World £55.09 Delivery 5 days. Delivery service by DHL, TNT or UPS
You are allergic (hypersensitive) to bisacodyl or hard fat
You have severe dehydration
You have a bowel condition called “ileus” (blockage in the intestine)
You have a serious abdominal condition such as appendicitis
You have severe abdominal pain with nausea and vomiting
You have a blocked bowel (intestinal obstruction)
You have inflammation of the bowel (small or large intestine)
You have cracking of the skin around your back passage (anal fissures)
You have inflammation or ulcers around your back passage (ulcerative proctitis)
Do not take this medicine if any of the above applies to you. Do not use in children under the age of 12 years. If you are not sure, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before using this medicine.
Does this help with weight loss?
Stimulant laxatives (including Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories) do not help with weight loss. They do not reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients.
They can cause watery stools (diarrhoea), abdominal cramps and dehydration. Dehydration can seem like weight loss.
Overuse of laxatives may damage your health by:
Causing disturbances of electrolyte and mineral balances. Sodium, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus are electrolytes and minerals that are present in very specific amounts necessary for proper functioning of the nerves and muscles, including those of the colon and heart. Upsetting this delicate balance can cause incorrect functioning of these vital organs.
Severe dehydration may cause tremors, weakness, blurry vision, fainting, kidney damage, and, in extreme cases, death. Dehydration often requires medical treatment.
Overuse of laxatives must be avoided as it may harm the intestinal function
Other medicines and Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This is because Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories can affect the way some other medicines work. Also, some other medicines can affect the way Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories work.
In particular, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking:
Water tablets (diuretics) such as bendrofluazide or furosemide (frusemide)
Steroid medicines such as prednisolone.
Other laxative medicines.
If you are not sure if any of the above applies to you, talk to your pharmacist or doctor before using Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Talk to you pharmacist or doctor before using Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding.
Driving and using machines
Some people may feel dizzy or faint while taking this medicine. If this happens to you, wait until these feelings go away before driving or using machines.
How to store Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children
Do not use Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 25°C
Keep the blister within the outer carton to protect from light
Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. If you experience any of the following side effects, please stop using the medicines and see your doctor straight away:
Rare side effects (affect less than 1 in 1000 people)
Severe allergic reactions which may cause swelling of the face or throat and difficulty in breathing or dizziness. If you have a severe allergic reaction, stop taking this medicine and see a doctor straight away.
Colitis (inflammation of the large intestine which causes abdominal pain and diarrhoea)
Dehydration
Allergic reactions which may cause a skin rash
Fainting
Uncommon side effects (affect less than 1 in 100 people)
Blood in the stools
Vomiting
Abdominal discomfort
Discomfort inside and around the back passage
Dizziness
Common side effects (affect less than 1 in 10 people)
Abdominal cramps or pain
Diarrhoea
Nausea
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in Google Play or Apple App Store By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Ingredients
What Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories contain
Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10 mg Suppositories contain 10 mg of the active ingredient bisacodyl
The suppositories are made from hard fat, which is an ingredient needed to mould the suppository into the correct shape
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