Bisacodyl, 5 mg 30 pcs.

Bisacodyl is a laxative.

Increases irritation of the receptor apparatus of the intestine, has a direct effect on the intestinal mucosa, increasing its perelstatics and increasing mucus secretion in the large intestine.

The effect occurs within one hour after application.

Pharmokinetics

It is not absorbed in the intestine. It is a prodrug; in an alkaline environment hydrolysis occurs with the formation of a metabolite, which has an irritating effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa.

Indications

Constipation caused by hypotension of the colon and sluggish peristalsis of the colon (including in elderly patients, after surgery, childbirth).
Regulation of stool for hemorrhoids, proctitis, anal fissures.
Preparation for surgical operations, instrumental and x-ray examinations.

Pharmacological effect

Bisacodyl is a laxative.

Causes irritation of the intestinal receptor apparatus, has a direct effect on the intestinal mucosa, enhancing its peristalsis and increasing the secretion of mucus in the large intestine.

The effect occurs within an hour after application.

Pharmakinetics

Not absorbed in the intestines. It is a prodrug; hydrolysis occurs in an alkaline environment to form a metabolite, which has an irritating effect on the gastrointestinal mucosa.

Special instructions

The drug should be used with caution in pregnant and lactating women, in patients with liver and/or kidney diseases, as well as in patients suspected of having inflammatory bowel diseases.

You should not use the drug for more than 7 days without special instructions from your doctor.

Active ingredient

Bisacodyl

Composition

1 tab.:

Bisacodyl 5.00 mg

Excipients:

Potato starch

Lactose

Gelatin

Talc (magnesium hydrosilicate)

Magnesium stearate

Pregnancy

With caution during pregnancy and lactation.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the drug Bisacodyl,
intestinal obstruction,
strangulated hernia,
acute inflammatory diseases of the abdominal organs,
peritonitis,
bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract,
uterine bleeding,
spastic constipation,
acute proctitis,
acute hemorrhoids,
colon carcinoma.

Side Effects

Allergic reactions are possible.

From the gastrointestinal tract, cramping abdominal pain and diarrhea are possible, which can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.

The use of high doses or long-term use of bisacodyl can lead to the development of intestinal atony.

Interaction

Combined use with antacids may lead to premature dissolution of the enteric coating of the drug and irritation of the stomach and duodenum.

It is not recommended to take simultaneously with milk and alkaline mineral water.

Overdose

Symptoms: diarrhea, dehydration, water-electrolyte imbalance, hypokalemia, colon atony.

Treatment: symptomatic.

Prescribing

Laxatives

Storage conditions

In a place protected from moisture, at a temperature of 15–25 °C

Shelf life

2 years

Manufacturer

Hemofarm A.D., Serbia