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Bisacodyl Treatment Report
Brand Names:
Dulcolax
Generic Name: Bisacodyl
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.
See more information, including instructions, precautions, side effects, and interactions.
Reasons taken
7 patients in the community are taking or have taken Bisacodyl.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Constipation | 6 | 85% |
| General health | 1 | 14% |
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Bisacodyl.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Bisacodyl or how long patients were taking Bisacodyl before stopping.
Patient Reported Evaluations
Results from 2 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% | 1 |
| Mild | 0% | 0 |
| None | 50% | 1 |
Top reported side-effects include: Abdominal cramps, cramping
Summary results are based on 2 individual responses. For more information, see overall results for Adherence, Burden and Cost.
Individual Patient Reported Evaluations (1 of 2)
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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.