Medication information
OTC

Bisacodyl

Stimulant laxative tablet or suppository

Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) is a stimulant laxative. Tablets work overnight; suppositories work in 15–60 minutes for situations needing faster results.

How the pharmacy helps

We stock 5 mg tablets and 10 mg suppositories. Useful at home and as part of bowel-prep regimens.

Access framing

Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.

Access

Available without a prescription. Call to add to a pickup.

Forms and strengths

Medication entries grouped here

Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.

Brand / GenericStrengthFormDINRecord
Dulcolax
Bisacodyl
5mgTabletActive
COMMON QUESTIONS

Questions
Bisacodyl Questions

When you need results in under an hour or cannot keep oral medication down.
Some cramping is common. Lower doses help.
Talk to the pharmacist if you are using a stimulant laxative most days.

Have questions about this medication?

Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.

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