Dulcolax 10 mg 6 suppositories
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Dulcolax 10 mg 6 suppositories
Get things moving with DULCOLAX!
Dulcolax gently awakens your digestion for effective constipation relief. The preparation has a triple effect:
- Stimulates bowel movement
- Softens stool
- Accelerates relief from constipation
Fast and predictable relief
Fast, Predictable Relief - For fast, effective relief within 30 minutes, use Dulcolax® suppositories.
Also suitable for breastfeeding
Gentle relief from constipation suitable also for breastfeeding, in pregnancy use only on doctor's advice.
Targeting the source
The suppositories deliver the active ingredients directly to the rectum, providing effective relief exactly where it is needed.
Global brand no. 1
Global brand no. 1 among over-the-counter stimulant laxatives
What are the symptoms of constipation?
Too little stool (less than three stools a week) can be a sign of occasional constipation. Other common symptoms may be dry, hard stools, bloating, gas, abdominal pain or the feeling that you can't empty yourself completely.
What causes occasional constipation?
Our lifestyle habits play a big role in our gut health. Age, stress, travel orlack of movement can make emptying difficult. Keep hydrated, eat a healthy diet and exercise daily. If it persists, consult your doctor.
Are there different types of laxatives?
Dulcolax and Guttalax offer three different dosage forms: tablets, suppositories and drops. Dulcolax tablets and Guttalax drops gently wake up your digestion for effective morning constipation relief after taking in the evening. While Dulcolax suppositories act within 10-30 minutes.
5 simple steps to suppository administration
Wash your hands
Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly before use
Open the package
Remove the suppository from the blister
Use
Insert the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum
Wait
After the suppository is inserted, do not strain and wait until the suppository takes effect
Relief
Relief from constipation occurs in just 10 - 30 minutes
| DULCOLAX® suppositories | DULCOLAX® enterosolvent tablets | GUTTALAX® oral drops | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Bisacodylum 10 mg in one suppository | Bisacodylum 5 mg in one tablet | Sodium picosulfate 7.5 mg in one ml (15 drops) |
| Package size | 6 pcs | 40 pcs | 30 ml |
| Relief from constipation during | 10-30 minutes | 6-12 hours | 6-12 hours |
| Dosage | Rectal administration. Adults and children over 10 years: 1 suppository, maximum once a day | Oral administration. Adults, adolescents and children over 10 years of age: 1 - 2 tablets once daily. Children 2 - 10 years: 1 tablet once a day. Dulcolax is administered in the evening before bedtime, emptying occurs the following morning | Oral administration. Adults, adolescents and children over 10 years: 10 - 20 drops once daily. Children 4 - 10 years: 5 - 10 drops once a day. Guttalax is usually administered in the evening before bedtime, emptying occurs the following morning. |
| Duration of use | For short-term treatment of constipation. | For short-term treatment of constipation. | For the treatment of acute functional constipation |
| Suitable for | Adults and children over 10 years old. | Adults and children from 4 years old. Children may take the product only under the supervision of a physician. | Adults and children from 4 years old. Children should not take the product without a doctor's recommendation. |
Ingredients
DULCOLAX contains: The active substance is: bisacodylum 10 mg in one suppository. The suppository base W 45 is an auxiliary substance.
Notice
Read the package insert and consult your doctor or pharmacist before use.
Original Manufacturer: A. NATTERMANN & Cie, GmbH, Cologne n. R.
Registered Czech distributor/producer: Sanofi aventis s. r. o.
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