How long do you leave a Dulcolax suppository in?
Gently insert the suppository, pointed end first, toward the navel and well up into the rectum. After insertion, stay in position for 15 to 20 minutes if possible until you feel a strong urge to have a bowel movement.
How do you use Dulcolax suppository rectally?
Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to your chest. Using your finger, insert the suppository, pointed end first, into your rectum until it passes the muscular sphincter of the rectum, about 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in adults. If not inserted past this sphincter, the suppository may pop out.
How long does rectal Dulcolax take to work?
Dulcolax taken by mouth should produce a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours. Dulcolax used in the rectum can produce much faster results. You should have a bowel movement within 15 to 60 minutes after using a rectal suppository.
Will a suppository break up hard stool?
Anal suppositories Following insertion into the rectum, these will draw water into the area to soften the mass of stool.
How do I know if suppository is working?
Gently squeeze it to see if it is firm enough. If not, harden the wrapped suppository by holding it under a flow of cold water. Or, place it in the refrigerator for a few minutes.
Is Dulcolax bad for You?
Long-term and excessive use of Dulcolax may cause an imbalance of salts in the body (including low potassium), muscle weakness, kidney problems and fluid imbalance.
How many Dulcolax suppositories can I take in a day?
Dulcolax should not be taken long-term by children or adults. Children 12 and older and adults can use one 10 mg suppository a day or take up to three Dulcolax tablets in a single, daily dose as needed. Adults should take not more than 30 mg of Dulcolax tablets a day (no more than three 10 mg tablets or six 5 mg tablets).
Is Dulcolax the same as bisacodyl?
Bisacodyl trade name is dulcolax. Both are same. It is stimulant laxative drug that is used for the constipation. Helps the intestine to clean out for the bowel movement.
Is Dulcolax a laxative?
Dulcolax (bisacodyl) is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements. Dulcolax is used to treat constipation or to empty the bowels before surgery, colonoscopy, x-rays, or other intestinal medical procedure.