Other laxatives that are considered safe to use during pregnancy include saline laxatives, such as magnesium hydroxide (Phillips' Milk of Magnesia, Dulcolax, others) or magnesium citrate; stimulants, such as bisacodyl (Ducodyl); and lactulose
Therefore, they are not expected to be associated with an increased risk of congenital anomalies
Physical changes To relieve constipation during or after pregnancy, your health professional may recommend a stool softener or laxative
This product is not recommended for use in You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Dulcolax (bisacodyl suppositories) while you are pregnant
Talk to your doctor about whether taking bisacodyl is right for you
Fast, predictable relief Dulcolax® Suppositories provide fast and effective relief in as little as 15 to 60 minutes
adults and children 12 years of age and over
It is not known whether bisacodyl passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby
Package insert / product label Generic name: bisacodyl Dosage form: suppository Drug class: Laxatives Medically reviewed by Drugs
Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding
You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (bisacodyl suppositories) while you are pregnant
Lastly, your doctor may suggest a stool softener
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They are generally used for more severe constipation and arequite commonly used during pregnancy with no problems reported
Don't give laxatives to children under age 6 without a healthcare professional's recommendation
DULCOLAX Suppositories should not be used when anal fissures or ulcerative proctitis with mucosal damage are present
Pregnancy changes may include: backache, nausea and vomiting, heartburn, hemorrhoids, frequent urination, feeling tired, increase in appetite, increased vaginal discharge, tender breasts, and constipation
Suppositories will take between 10-60 minutes to work, but usually have their effect within 30 minutes
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7 Dulcolax stimulates colon causing muscles to Learn about the side effects of Dulcolax (bisacodyl), from common to rare, for consumers and healthcare professionals
Do not use more medicine than the label tells you to
If a nitrogen is present in the
Experience a softening of stool that is easier to pass in as little as 12 to 72 hours
adults and children 12 years of age and over
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or are breastfeeding
*Suppositories work from 15–60 minutes, tablets from 6–12 hours, powder for oral solution from 24–72 hours *