What is bisacodyl 5 mg used for?

Bisacodyl is a laxative. This type of medicine can help you empty your bowels if you have constipation (difficulty pooing). Bisacodyl is also used in hospitals to help you empty your bowels before surgery or some examinations or treatments. Your hospital will explain how to use it.

How many bisacodyl 5mg can I take?

Take one or two 5 mg tablets with a drink of water (do not take with milk). Bisacodyl tablets take about 10-12 hours to work; therefore, they are best taken at bedtime. Do not chew or break the tablets.

When is the best time to take bisacodyl?

Bisacodyl comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken the evening before a bowel movement is desired. Bisacodyl normally causes a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours. Do not take bisacodyl more than once a day or for more than 1 week without talking to your doctor.

What is Novolax used for?

Description. Bisacodyl is used to treat constipation. It may also be used to clean out the intestines before a bowel examination/surgery. Bisacodyl is known as a stimulant laxative.

When should I eat my Novolax?

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Can I take bisacodyl everyday?

Comment. These findings suggest that bisacodyl at 10 mg daily is an effective treatment for patients with chronic constipation. Clearly, some of the patients could have been managed adequately with a lower dose.

Is it better to take a laxative on an empty stomach?

Stimulant laxatives are usually taken on an empty stomach for rapid effect. Results are slowed if taken with food. Many stimulant laxatives (but not castor oil) are often taken at bedtime to produce results the next morning (although some may require 24 hours or more).