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Bisacodyl Treatment Report
Brand Names:
Dulcolax, Correctol
What is Bisacodyl? Bisacodyl is a laxative and stimulant used in the treatment of constipation; colonic evacuation prior to procedures or examination. It is available in an oral dose or in a rectal suppository.
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Reasons taken
30 patients in the community are taking or have taken Bisacodyl.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Constipation | 15 | 50% |
| Bowel problems | 7 | 23% |
| General health | 3 | 10% |
| Depression | 1 | 3% |
| Support another treatment | 1 | 3% |
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Bisacodyl or how long patients were taking Bisacodyl before stopping.
Currently Taking Bisacodyl
Stopped Taking Bisacodyl
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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Patient Reported Evaluations
Results from 4 patient evaluations. See the overall results and all individual evaluations.
Efficacy (Effect based on reason taken)
There is currently no efficacy data for Bisacodyl.
Side-effects (as an overall problem)
| Severe | 0% | 0 |
|---|---|---|
| Moderate | 50% | 2 |
| Mild | 0% | 0 |
| None | 50% | 2 |
Top reported side-effects include: Abdominal cramps, cramping
Summary results are based on 4 individual responses. For more information, see overall results for Adherence, Burden and Cost.
Individual Patient Reported Evaluations (1 of 4)
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- SirIsaac
- Sex: M
- Mouth/throat: moderate
- Arms: moderate
- Chest: moderate
- Legs: moderate
- See profile
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by SirIsaac
Nov 27, 2008
- EfficacyModerate
- Side-effectsNone
- Constipation
- See full evaluation
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Report created on November 08, 2009.