Dulcolax dragees 5 mg gastro-resistant tablets, 100 pcs

What are Dulcolax® dragées?

Dulcolax® dragées are a laxative in the form of enteric-coated tablets.They are used to gently relieve constipation and for diseases that cause stool blockages and require easier evacuation of stools.They can also be taken before treatment measures, operations and diagnostic measures to detect diseases if bowel evacuation is necessary.

Constipation can have many causes, including lack of exercise, intolerable food, stress or diseases of the gastrointestinal tract with narrowing of the intestines.It is often accompanied by abdominal cramps and discomfort, which can severely impact the quality of life.Thanks to the active ingredient bisacodyl, Dulcolax® helps to gently relieve constipation in a predictable and tolerable way.The effects begin 6 to 12 hours after ingestion.If taken in the evening, they ensure a relaxed and good start to the day.

No prescription is required for this product.

Dulcolax® dragées - double effect against constipation

Dulcolax® dragées work against constipation in two ways.Firstly, the lack of fluid in the intestines is eliminated, the consistency of the stool is improved and evacuation is made easier.Secondly, the muscles of the colon are activated and intestinal movements are stimulated, which leads to an effective solution to constipation and quick relief from symptoms such as abdominal cramps.

Another advantage is the coating of the Dulcolax® dragées, which is resistant to small intestinal juice and gastric juice.This ensures that the active ingredient bisacodyl arrives and works exactly where it is supposed to work: in the large intestine.There the bisacodyl is converted into the substance BHPM by intestinal bacteria and can therefore develop its laxative effect.It inhibits the transport of water and sodium from the stool into the blood and ensures that the intestines are supplied with water and electrolytes.

This makes the stool softer and the intestinal muscles can resume their own movement.The softening of the stool enables easier emptying of the intestines and relieves constipation - without putting unnecessary strain on the body.

How are Dulcolax® dragées used?

Dulcolax® dragées can be taken by adults and children aged 2 and over.Use in children and pregnant women should be carried out after medical consultation.In addition, Dulcolax® dragées are also suitable for taking while breastfeeding, as they have been proven to have no influence on breast milk.

The dosage for adults and children aged 10 and over is 1 to 2 tablets as needed (equivalent to 5 to 10 mg bisacodyl).Children aged 2 to 10 should take 1 tablet (equivalent to 5 mg bisacodyl).

The dragées should be taken once daily in the evening or morning, with the onset of effect occurring after 6 to 12 hours.If taken in the morning on an empty stomach, the effect occurs after approx. 6 hours.A single application is usually enough to clear the blockage.If symptoms recur, re-application is possible.Long-term use can be carried out after consultation with a doctor.

The dragées should best be taken whole and with plenty to drink.Please follow the instructions in the package leaflet and your doctor or pharmacist regarding use.Disturbances of the electrolyte balance or habituation effects are not to be expected if taken over a long period of time and as directed.

Instructions for taking

Like other laxatives, Dulcolax® dragées should not be taken daily or for a long period of time unless a doctor is consulted or the cause of the constipation is unclear.Dulcolax® dragées contain lactose, sucrose and yellow orange S. The dragées do not contribute to weight loss.Different laxatives should not be used at the same time, as taking them together can cause or increase side effects in the gastrointestinal tract.The maximum daily dose of 2 tablets for adults and 1 tablet for children aged 2 to 10 years should not be exceeded.

The simultaneous use of diuretics or corticosteroids can increase the risk of electrolyte imbalances if Dulcolax® dragées are used excessively.Electrolyte shifts may increase sensitivity to cardiac glycosides.

When should Dulcolax® dragées not be taken?

You must not use the medicine if you are allergic to bisacodyl, yellow orange S, lactose, sucrose or any of the other ingredients.The medicine should also not be taken if you have symptoms such as nausea, vomiting or abdominal pain, which could indicate a serious intestinal disease. Likewise for illnesses that are associated with a disturbed water and mineral salt balance, as well as for children under 2 years of age.

Active ingredients contained in Dulcolax® dragées

Active ingredient per 1 tablet: 5 mg bisacodyl.

Other ingredients: Arabic gum, carnauba wax, quinoline yellow, yellow orange S, titanium dioxide, glycerol, lactose monohydrate, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, corn starch, methacrylic acid-methyl methacrylate copolymer (1:1), methacrylic acid-methyl methacrylate copolymer (1:2), native castor oil, partially oxidized corn starch, sucrose, talc, bleachedwax.

Area of application

Dulcolax® dragées are used for short-term use in cases of intestinal sluggishness and constipation, in diseases that require easier bowel emptying, and in preparation for operations and diagnostic measures.

Mode of action

Dulcolax® dragées increase the release of water and electrolytes into the intestinal lumen.This leads to a reduction in the consistency and an increase in volume of the stool and thus reflexively stimulates the intestinal movement.The acid-resistant special coating of the Dulcolax® dragées ensures that the active ingredient bisacodyl is only released in the large intestine - the desired site of action.

Dosage

The Dulcolax® dragées should preferably be taken in the evening before going to bed so that they can fully develop their effect overnight (onset of effect after 6 - 12 hours).The dosage for children aged 2 and over is 1 Dulcolax® dragée/day, adults and children aged 10 and over take 1 to 2 Dulcolax® dragées/day.It should be taken whole with plenty of liquid (preferably a glass of water, but no milk).

Intake

Take the tablets whole with sufficient liquid (preferably a glass of water, but no milk).

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.Since its introduction, no undesirable or harmful effects during pregnancy have been reported.Studies on use during pregnancy have not been conducted.Therefore, like all medicines, the tablets should only be used during pregnancy after consulting your doctor.It has been shown that the active ingredient does not pass into breast milk.The dragees can therefore be used during breastfeeding.

Notes

Dulcolax® dragees.Active ingredient: Bisacodyl Area of application: For use in constipation, in diseases that require easier bowel emptying and for bowel emptying in treatment measures and measures to detect diseases (therapeutic and diagnostic interventions) in the intestine.Note: Like other laxatives, Dulcolax® dragées should not be taken daily or over a longer period of time without a medical examination of the cause of constipation.Contains yellow orange S dye, lactose and sucrose.Does not contribute to weight loss.The simultaneous use of other laxatives can increase the side effects in the gastrointestinal tract.Read the package leaflet.Pharmacy required.