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Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

BISACODYL-10MG

Uses:

<p>Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories is a stimulant laxative used to relieve constipation and prepare the bowel for medical procedures. The detailed uses of Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Relief of Constipation:</strong> Acts quickly (usually within 15-60 minutes) to induce a bowel movement by stimulating the muscles of the intestine. Used when a fast response is needed (e.g., for painful constipation or impaction).</li><li><strong>Bowel Preparation Before Medical Procedures:</strong> Commonly used before colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, or bowel surgery. Helps empty the bowel completely for a clear view during examination.</li><li><strong>Treatment of Faecal Impaction:</strong> Softens and stimulates evacuation in cases of hard, impacted stool, especially in children, the elderly, or patients who are bedridden.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories helps relieve constipation by stimulating intestinal movements for smooth stool passage.
  • It restores normal and regular bowel function.
  • It provides relief from discomfort caused by hard or infrequent stools.
  • Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories also aids in complete bowel evacuation before surgeries or diagnostic procedures.
  • It helps maintain intestinal health by promoting proper bowel movements.

FAQs

Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories belongs to the group of medicines called stimulant laxatives, used to treat occasional constipation. It may also be used to empty the bowels before surgery or specific medical procedures.

Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories works by increasing intestinal movements, thereby facilitating the passage of stool.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories. Drink fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Do not use Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories for more than a week, as it might lead to dependency on Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories for bowel movement. If your bowel movement is irregular even after using Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories for a week, consult your doctor.

Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories should be used with caution in people with anal fissures, inflammatory bowel disease, and ulcerated haemorrhoids (piles). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

The effectiveness of other medicines might be reduced if taken along with Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories. Therefore, maintain a gap of 2 hours between Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories and other medicines. However, you are advised to consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Dulcoflex 10 mg Adults Suppositories.

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