DulcoLax® coated tablets, 40 ST

DulcoLax® coated tablets are a laxative for the short-term treatment of constipation. They contain the active ingredient bisacodyl, which gently stimulates bowel activity, thereby ensuring a natural and complete bowel movement.

Dulcolax coated tablets are a laxative. They stimulate bowel movements through the contact of the active ingredient bisacodyl with the lining of the large intestine. When used correctly, Dulcolax coated tablets have no effect in the stomach or small intestine. They therefore do not affect digestion or the absorption of calories and nutrients in the small intestine. 

Dulcolax tablets are taken:

• for the short-term relief of sluggish bowel function and constipation
• to prepare for operations and medical examinations
• for conditions requiring relief from difficulty passing stools

If you do not feel any better, or if you feel worse, after 7 days, consult your doctor.

Properties

• Provides predictable relief overnight
• Takes effect within 6–12 hours
• Take whole with a little liquid; easy to swallow
• Directions for use: Avoid taking Dulcolax® coated tablets at the same time as foods that reduce stomach acidity, particularly milk. If such foods are necessary, you should consume them no sooner than half an hour after taking Dulcolax® coated tablets.
• If required, take 1 coated tablet per day – preferably before going to bed
• Gentle on the stomach thanks to the special coating

Dosage form

Directions for use

• Adults suffering from constipation: 1–2 coated tablets (5–10 mg) daily. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose. To restore regular bowel movements, the dose may be increased to the recommended maximum daily dose. The recommended maximum daily dose should not be exceeded.
• Children and adolescents over 10 years of age for constipation: 1–2 coated tablets (5–10 mg) daily. It is recommended to start with the lowest dose. To restore regular bowel movements, the dose may be increased to the recommended maximum daily dose. The recommended maximum daily dose must not be exceeded.
• Children aged 2 to 10 years for constipation: 1 coated tablet (5 mg) daily. The recommended maximum daily dose must not be exceeded.
  
• Adults, adolescents and children over 10 years of age for preparation for operations and examinations: On the morning and evening of the day before the examination, take 2 Dulcolax coated tablets (10 mg) each, and on the morning of the examination, take 1 Dulcolax suppository (10 mg).
  
• Children under 10 years of age with chronic constipation must only be given Dulcolax coated tablets under medical supervision. Dulcolax coated tablets must not be given to children under 2 years of age.
  
• Method of administration: For oral use. Dulcolax tablets are taken once a day before bedtime, as required. When taken in the evening, 1–2 soft bowel movements will occur after approximately 6–12 hours. Dulcolax coated tablets should be swallowed whole with sufficient liquid. You should avoid taking them with milk or medicines that reduce stomach acidity (see the sections ‘Taking Dulcolax with other medicines’ and ‘Taking Dulcolax with food and drink’). 
• Duration of use: Prolonged use should be avoided. The need for continued use should be reviewed after one week, and the required duration of treatment determined on a case-by-case basis.
  

Ingredients

• The active ingredient is: bisacodyl. 1 coated tablet contains 5 mg of bisacodyl. 
• The other ingredients are: Tablet core: lactose monohydrate (33.2 mg), maize starch, modified starch (maize starch, oxidised), glycerol, magnesium stearate; Tablet coating: magnesium stearate, sucrose (23.4 mg), talc, gum arabic, methacrylic acid–methyl methacrylate copolymer (1:1), methacrylic acid–methyl methacrylate copolymer (1:2), castor oil, macrogol 6000, bleached wax, carnauba wax, shellac, colouring agents: titanium dioxide (E171), yellow iron oxide (E172).