Bisacodyl (oral and rectal)

Generic name: bisacodyl (oral and rectal) [ bis-AK-oh-dil ]
Brand names: Alophen, Bisac-Evac, Bisco-Lax, Carters Little Pills, Correctol, ... show all 26 brands Doxidan Tablet, Ducodyl, Dulcolax Laxative, Evac-U-Gen, Ex-lax Ultra, Feen-A-Mint, Fleet Bisacodyl, Gen Lax, Magic Bullet, Veracolate, Dulcogen, Bisa-Plex, Bisolax, Gentle Laxative, Laxative Gentle Suppositories, Correct (New Formula), Modane, Colax, Gentlax Tablet, Fematrol, Woman's Gentle Laxative
Dosage forms: oral delayed release tablet (5 mg); rectal enema (10 mg); rectal suppository (10 mg)
Drug class:Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Sep 27, 2021. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is bisacodyl?

Bisacodyl is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements.

Bisacodyl is used to treat constipation or to empty the bowels before surgery, colonoscopy, x-rays, or other intestinal medical procedure.

Bisacodyl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use bisacodyl if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

• stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting.

Ask a doctor or pharmacis