Constipation Relief Tablets Pack of 20

How Bisacodyl 5 mg Works for Constipation Relief

Bisacodyl 5 mg belongs to a group of medicines known as stimulant laxatives. These work by stimulating the muscles in your bowel, increasing their movement to help pass stool more easily and quickly. This action helps to provide effective relief from the discomfort and irregularity associated with constipation.

Fast and Dependable Relief

Designed for short-term use, Bisacodyl tablets are ideal when you need prompt assistance with bowel regularity. They are suitable for adults, the elderly, and children over 10 years old, offering a convenient way to manage occasional constipation.

At Weldricks Pharmacy, we are committed to providing trustworthy and accessible healthcare solutions. These tablets are an example of our dedication to helping you manage everyday health concerns confidently.

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Tablets should be taken with water and should be swallowed whole, not chewed or crushed.

• Adults, the elderly, and children over 10 years: Take 1 to 2 tablets at night.

Do not take Bisacodyl Tablets BP 5 mg Pack of 20 if any of the following apply to you:

• You are allergic to Bisacodyl or to any of the ingredients listed in this medicine.
• You suffer from intestinal obstruction.
• You are using suppositories.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Important precautions:

• Do not take antacids within one hour of taking this medicine.
• These tablets should not be used every day for long periods. If you need laxatives daily for extended periods, please consult your doctor.
• If possible, Bisacodyl should not be used for the treatment of constipation in children under 10 years old without medical advice.
• This medicine should not be relied upon for everyday bowel movements. Often, simply allowing sufficient time and privacy for going to the toilet may be all that is required.
• Always inform your doctor, dentist, or hospital staff if you are taking Bisacodyl for any reason.

If you take too many tablets: If you accidentally take more tablets than recommended, drink plenty of water and contact your nearest doctor or hospital casualty department at once. Take any remaining tablets with you in their original container so they can be identified.

Taking too much Bisacodyl or taking it for too long may be harmful and can lead to:

• A 'lazy bowel', where bowel muscles become too relaxed, leading to infrequent emptying and long-term constipation.
• An imbalance of fluid and salts in the body, which can affect muscle tightness and blood salts.
• Low levels of potassium in the blood (hypo-kalaemia), which can cause tiredness, dizziness, muscle weakness, and an uneven heart-beat.
• Dehydration, leading to thirst, faintness, headaches, and reduced urine output.

Possible side effects: Like all medicines, Bisacodyl Tablets BP 5 mg Pack of 20 can cause side effects, although not everyone gets them. Prolonged use can lead to 'lazy bowels' and further severe constipation. Other possible side effects include low blood potassium (hypokalaemia), gripping pains, and abdominal cramps. If you experience any of these or other unusual changes, contact your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.

The active substance is Bisacodyl BP. Each Bisacodyl 5 mg tablet contains Bisacodyl BP 5.00 mg.

The other ingredients are:

• Lactose
• Maize starch
• Magnesium stearate
• Pregelatinised maize starch
• Talc
• Cellulose acetate phthalate
• Diethylphthalate
• Sucrose
• Povidone
• Titanium dioxide
• E104