Constipation is a delicate problem. But very serious for many. Vegetables and fruits, of course, weaken, but gas production increases from them, which can be inconvenient for workers in very many professions. In any case, you can cope with difficulties if you choose the drug "Bisacodyl".
The instructions for use among the indications for use mention, in addition to chronic constipation, neurogenic disorders of the function of the large intestine, as well as a situation when it is urgent to empty the intestine, especially before some examinations. You can also use this particular laxative after taking drugs from worms.
How does Bisacodyl work? Instructions for use report that it has an effect directly on the large intestine. Therefore, all attempts to use this medication for weight loss are meaningless. “Bisacodyl” does not completely affect the absorption of nutrients. You will only get rid of waste and a lot of water. Therefore, do not experiment with extreme amounts of this drug after an episode of gluttony - this will not help.
When to take Bisacodyl? Instructions for use recommend drinking this medicine a few hours before going to bed. It usually acts after eight hours and later. Moreover, the beginning of its action is unpredictable, the patient just really wants to empty his intestines. Therefore, be sure to make sure that you are at home 8-12 hours after taking it, and not on the way to work.
This feature of the drug's action is especially pronounced (unpredictability of the onset of bowel movements) if the dose is more than 10 mg at a time. In general, if you are not addicted to laxatives, it is better not to drink more than 5 mg. Taking too much of this drug can cause very strong unpleasant aching pain and intestinal cramps. The doctor prescribes a dose of 30 mg at one time to achieve the effect of complete emptying of the colon immediately before the bowel examination, but not to get rid of banal constipation. Self-medication is unacceptable, only the doctor prescribes the medication.
If the agent is used as a rectal suppository (Bisacodyl Hemofarm), then the effect will manifest itself after 15-60 minutes, which makes this method more comfortable for the patient. After a few hours, its secondary effect manifests itself, so that even rectal suppositories are best used at night.
If you take pills (Bisacodyl Acry), you need to remember that at least an hour should elapse between taking the pill and taking milk or antacid. Otherwise, the effect of the drug will be weakened. So you should plan your meals and Bisacodyl in advance.
What else do you need to know about bisacodyl? The instructions for use do not mention this circumstance, but doctors know that over time addiction develops and in order to achieve the desired effect, the patient has to constantly drink this medicine in an increasing dose. The intestine is weaned to work independently and the person becomes addicted to the drug. Therefore, this medicine should be used only as a one-time emergency way to empty the intestines. No need to make the use of "Bisacodyl" systematic. It is better to increase the amount of fiber in the diet, drink at least 2 liters of clean water per day, and exercise.
If you experience nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, and headache, consult your doctor; you may not be able to tolerate this medicine well.
It is not recommended to constantly use this medicine for patients over 60, this is due to age-related deterioration in the functioning of the body's cleansing systems from the drug. In general, you should not start drinking this medicine on your own. Better to use lighter herbal analogues.