Fleet Bisacodyl

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WALGREENS
$5.93 With Free Coupon
GIANT EAGLE PHARMACY
$7.82 With Free Coupon
WALMART PHARMACY
$9.42 With Free Coupon
RITE AID PHARMACY
$10.35 With Free Coupon
Fleet Bisacodyl

Drug Info for fleet bisacodyl

Rectal bisacodyl is used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Bisacodyl is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It works by increasing activity of the intestines to cause a bowel movement.

  • Fleet Bisacodyl Enema
  • Into the rectum

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription. The usual dose for adults is one 1.25-ounce bottle used once per day. Children under 12 should not be given an enema unless your doctor tells you otherwise.

Rectal routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after using this medicine.

Shake the bottle well just before using. Remove the protective shield from the tip before using the enema.

Rectal routeLie on your left side with your left leg straight or slightly bent, and your right knee bent upward. Insert the applicator tip into your rectum about an inch. Gently squeeze the bottom of the bottle to release the enema. Rectal routeRemove the bottle and throw it away.

Rectal routeYou may need to hold the liquid in your rectum for several minutes or hours. This may be difficult or feel uncomfortable. It should become easier to do as you continue to use the medicine.

This medicine should cause you to have a bowel movement within 5 to 20 minutes.

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a rectal enema such as bisacodyl (Fleet®), glycerin, or mineral oil. Do not use this medicine if you have rectal bleeding, stomach pain, intestinal (bowel) blockage, nausea, or vomiting. Do not use this medicine if your bowel habits have suddenly changed in the past 2 weeks.

Make sure your doctor knows if you have any type of stomach or intestinal problems. These may include diverticulitis, intestinal blockage, rectal bleeding, or moderate to severe stomach pain.

Dark, tarry stools.

Lightheadedness or fainting.

Nausea or vomiting.

Sweating or seizures (especially in children or older adults).

Make sure your doctor knows if you have any type of stomach or intestinal problems. These may include diverticulitis, intestinal blockage, rectal bleeding, or moderate to severe stomach pain.

  • Lightheadedness or fainting.
  • Dark, tarry stools.
  • Sweating or seizures (especially in children or older adults).
  • Bleeding from your rectum.
  • Nausea or vomiting.
  • Mild stomach cramps or discomfort.