Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral)
Dulcolax is a stimulant laxative, which works by relieving occasional constipation and irregularity. Dulcolax can aid in constipation in several different situations, such as before/after giving birth, preparation for surgery, helping your body get back into a normal bowel movement pattern (possibly caused by poor diet or lack of exercise). There are 2 options to administer this medication: Enima or Suppository.
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Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Drug and Prescription Information
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral)
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Medication Classification
MAGNESIUM CITRATE (By mouth)
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Brandname
Citrate Of Magnesia, Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit, Fleet Prep Kit LS
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) is used for the Treatment
Magnesium Citrate (mag-NEE-zhum SIT-rate) Treats constipation, and empties the bowel before surgery or other medical procedures.
When To Not Use Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral)
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to a laxative product of this type, or if you have heart block or severe kidney disease.
How Should You Use Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral)
Liquid
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
- If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label. Do not use this medicine for longer than 1 week unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
- It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. You may chill the medicine in the refrigerator to make it taste better.
- Measure the medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. If a dose is missed:
- If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
- Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Proper Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Storage
Store Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using blood thinners (Coumadin®), ciprofloxacin (Cipro®), digoxin (Lanoxin®), etidronate (Didronel®), sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate®, Kionex®), or tetracycline.
- Tell your doctor if you are on a low-salt diet.
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have a bowel obstruction, a colostomy, or an ileostomy.
- Stop using the medicine and call your doctor if you have severe stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or blood in your stools.
Dulcolax Bowel Cleansing Kit (Oral) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Confusion, weakness, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath
- Lightheadedness or fainting
- Severe diarrhea If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Mild diarrhea or stomach pain
