Bisacodyl (Bisacodyl)

Bisacodyl is a laxative drug, its action is based on the intensification and acceleration of peristaltic contractions of the large intestine.In addition, Bisacodyl increases the secretion of mucus by the cells of the large intestine, as a result of which it envelops the stool masses, facilitating their passage to the outside.

The medicine showed its effectiveness as a laxative for constipation caused by atony of the large intestine, as well as in bedridden patients who underwent surgery or childbirth. Another area of use of the drug is the regulation of stools with proctitis, anal fissures, hemorrhoids and for bowel cleansing in preparation for surgery.

Clinical and pharmacological group

Laxative drug that stimulates intestinal peristalsis. The action occurs after 6 hours with oral administration (when taken before bedtime - 8-12 hours) and during the first hour with rectal administration.

Conditions of leave from pharmacies

Without recipe.

Price list

How much does Bisacodyl cost? The average price in pharmacies is at the level of25 rubles.

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Form of release, composition and packaging

Intestinal-coated tablets	1 tab.
bisacodyl	5 mg

Excipients: lactose monohydrate - 49 mg, wheat starch - 40 mg, silicon colloidal dioxide - 1 mg, talc - 3 mg, magnesium stearate - 1 mg, gelatin - 1 mg.

Composition of the shell: a copolymer of methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate (1: 1) (eudragit L100-55) - 6.9957 mg, macrogol 6000 - 700 μg, quinoline yellow dye 70 E104 - 330 μg, talc - 1.57 mg, titanium dioxide - 400 μg.

10 pieces. - blisters (3) - packs of cardboard.
30 pcs. - blisters (1) - packs of cardboard.

pharmachologic effect

Laxative. It causes irritation of the receptor apparatus of the intestine, has a direct effect on the intestinal mucosa, enhancing its peristalsis and increasing the secretion of mucus in the large intestine. The laxative effect usually comes in 6-10 hours, when taken before going to bed after 8-12 hours.

Indications for use

The main indications for the appointment of Bisacodyl are such conditions / diseases:

Constipation due to hypotension and flaccid peristalsis of the colon, in particular after surgery, childbirth, dietary diet, in old age;
Preoperative preparation and preparation of the large intestine for radiographic and endoscopic examination.

Contraindications

Contraindications to the use of the drug are the following conditions:

intestinal obstruction;
strangulated hernia;
acute inflammatory diseases of the abdominal cavity;
peritonitis;
bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract;
uterine bleeding;
spastic constipation;
acute proctitis;
acute hemorrhoids;
cystitis;
children's age (up to 6 years);
hypersensitivity to the drug.

Use with caution in pregnant and lactating women, in patients with liver and / or kidney disease, as well as in patients with suspected inflammatory bowel disease.

Instructions for use Bisacodyl

The instructions for use indicate that Bisacodyl is taken orally in the evening before going to bed, starting at 1 tab. In the absence of the effect, a single dose is increased to 2-3 tablets.

Children over 6 years of age are prescribed 1 tab. in the evening.

When preparing for surgical operations, instrumental and X-ray studies appoint 2 tab. at night for a day and 2 tab. for the night before surgery or research.

Bisacodyl for weight loss

Some people use Bisacodyl for weight loss. However, it should be borne in mind that such a remedy does not help to get rid of fat deposits. It only contributes to the removal of toxins and toxins from the body, as well as improving the work of the intestine. To some extent, the weight is reduced, but this drug is not intended for weight loss.

Before you start using Bisacodyl, you need to be well aware of what it is and how it should be applied. Otherwise, it is fraught with the fact that addiction can develop, and also there will be various side effects (atony of the intestine, etc.).

Side effects

Taking the drug can lead to the development of negative side reactions from various organs and body systems, they include:

Allergic reactions are possible.
From the gastrointestinal tract, spastic abdominal pain, flatulence, diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration organism, disturbance of water-electrolyte balance (muscle weakness, convulsions, lowering of arterial pressure).

Overdose

The use of high doses of bisacodyl is manifested by the occurrence of diarrhea, intestinal colic, a significant loss of potassium or other electrolytes, arterial hypotension.

Chronic overdose can be manifested by chronic diarrhea, abdominal pain, secondary hyperaldosteronism, hypokalemia, renal colic. The development of metabolic muscle weakness, alkalosis, local or generalized seizures in a chronic overdose of laxatives is the result of hypokalemia.

Treatment of overdose: discontinuation of drug use, gastric lavage, cleansing enema, correction of acid-base and water-electrolyte balance. If necessary, anticonvulsants are used.

Drug Interactions

The combined use of bisacodyl with antacid agents, as well as with milk and alkaline mineral water, can lead to premature dissolution of its shell and irritation of the stomach and duodenum.

Reviews

Bisacodyl tablets are in most cases evaluated positively by people, since they have a pronounced laxative effect quite quickly. Many consider the drug an indispensable assistant in problems with bowel movement, prolonged constipation or the need to go to the toilet at a certain time. Also, people say that you should take the drug very carefully, it is best to start with a single pill, because otherwise the development of severe diarrhea is possible.

However, among the positive responses about Bisacodil there are also negative ones. Negative opinion about the drug is expressed by people who have caused a strong flatulence, spasms or painful bowel contractions. However, the emptying of the intestine did happen, but the person felt discomfort, which was subjectively perceived as strong or unbearable. This is what causes negative feedback about Bisacodyl tablets.