Bisacodyl Laxative Suppositories - 10mg

Product Overview

The Health Star Bisacodyl Suppositories is a stimulant laxative, which acts on nerve endings in the walls of the intestine and the rectum. It causes the muscles in the intestine to contract more often and with increased force. When the intestine contracts, it moves the contents in the intestine along faster, thereby relieving constipation.

The Health Star laxative suppository produces an effect in about 30 minutes. When used to empty the bowel prior to surgery or investigative procedures, Bisacodyl tablets should be used in combination with the suppositories in order to produce complete evacuation. This laxative should only be used for children over the age of 10 years. Children under 10 years should use the half-strength children's suppositories. The laxative is intended to be used by and for adults.

If looking for a different approach for reliving constipation, Vitality Medical also offers stool softeners such as the Sunmark Senna-S to ease your system into natural release.

What Is Bisocodyl Used for?

• Bowel evacuation prior to radiological examinations
• Bowel evacuation prior to surgery
• Constipation

How Should I Use The Bisocodyl Suppositories?

The Health Star 10mg BISACODYL Laxative Suppository is placed into the rectum. Do not take it by mouth. Wash your hands. Take off the foil wrapping. Lie on your side and raise your knee to your chest. Using your finger push the suppository, with the pointed end first, into the rectum. Try and keep the suppository in your rectum for 15 to 20 minutes. If you feel it must come out at once, it was not inserted high enough and should be pushed higher. Wash your hands well after use. Use exactly as directed; do not exceed the recommended dose, and do not use more often than directed. Bisacodyl is not intended for long-term use.

Bisocodyl Contraindications:

• Blockage of the gut (intestinal obstruction)
• Obstruction of the intestines due to loss of intestinal movement or physical blockage (ileus)
• Severe dehydration
• Sudden abdominal conditions requiring surgery, such as appendicitis
• Sudden attacks of inflammatory bowel disease, such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease
• Tear in the lining of the back passage (anal fissure)
• Ulceration and inflammation of the rectum (ulcerative proctitis)

Warning!

• This medicine is not to be taken by mouth.
• This medicine should not be used in children under 10 years of age unless on medical advice.
• Laxatives should not be used continuously for long periods. If laxatives are needed every day, the cause of constipation should be investigated. Consult your doctor.
• Prolonged, excessive use may lead to electrolyte imbalance and low potassium levels in the blood (hypokalaemia). Prolonged, excessive use may also lead to rebound constipation.

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.

Product Specifications

Brand: Health Star

Product Number: 444-12-HST, 444-01-HST

Active Ingredients: Bisacodyl USP

Container Type: Box

Dosage Form: Suppository

Storage Requirements: USP Controlled Room Temperature

Strength: 10-Milligram Strength

Volume: 12 or 100 per Box

Latex-Free Indicator: Not Made With Natural Rubber Latex

Application: Laxative

Manuals and Documents

•    Laxative Safety Data Sheet