Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult is used to treat occasional constipation. It may also be used to empty the bowels before surgery or certain medical procedures. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements. In this condition, the stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass.

Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult contains Bisacodyl, which increases intestinal activity, facilitating a bowel movement. Thereby, Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult helps treat constipation.

In some cases, Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain or cramps, rectal inflammation, or irritation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not use Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult for more than a week, as it might cause dependency on Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult for bowel movement. Consult your doctor before using Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult should not be used in children unless prescribed by a child specialist. Avoid using other stool softeners or laxatives unless your doctor recommends them.

Suppository: Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to the chest. Remove the wrapper and insert the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum. Wash your hands thoroughly after use.

Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult belongs to the group of medicines called as stimulant laxatives used to treat constipation. Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult may also be used under medical supervision to empty the bowels prior to surgery, certain medical procedures, pre- or post-operative treatments, and in conditions which require defecation to be facilitated.

Do not use Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have an intestinal obstruction, severe dehydration, acute abdominal conditions requiring surgery or in conditions where the diagnosis is uncertain. Inform your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, anal fissures, piles, or rectal bleeding. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dulcolax Suppository 10 mg Adult should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. Notify your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or a sudden change in bowel movement lasting for more than 2 weeks.