Constipation and bowel cleansers:
Indications for: DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORIES
Occasional constipation.
Adult Dosage:
1 supp rectally once daily. Retain for 15–20 minutes. Results usually within 15 minutes to 1 hour; reevaluate if ineffective.
Children Dosage:
<6yrs: individualize. 6–11yrs: ½ supp rectally once daily. Retain for 15–20 minutes. Results usually within 15 minutes to 1 hour; reevaluate if ineffective.
DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORIES Warnings/Precautions:
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Do not use if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting present.
See Also:
DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORIES Classification:
Stimulant.
DULCOLAX SUPPOSITORIES Interactions:
Tabs: do not take within at least 1 hour after antacids or milk.
Adverse Reactions:
Abdominal discomfort, faintness, cramps; also supps: rectal burning.
How Supplied:
Tabs—25, 100, 150
Supp—16