Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, you must not use Bisalodil for losing weight as it can be detrimental to your overall health. This is because Bisalodil can produce serious dehydration and electrolyte imbalance. This reduces the functional ability of nerves, muscle and vital organs. The body will start depending on Bisalodil for bowel clearance and over time, one can also develop a psychological dependence which might lead to eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia. The right approach to losing weight is to indulge in some sort of physical activity and eat in moderation.

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Repeated administration of Bisalodil for colon evacuation may lead to weakness, disorientation, and orthostatic hypotension which is manifested as low blood pressure from standing up from a sitting or a lying position. 

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Bisalodil works by increasing the motility of the large intestine. It stimulates the secretion of fluids and electrolytes. It also promotes peristaltic contractions in the stomach muscles.

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Constipation is caused by poor dietary habits, inadequate consumption of water, lack of exercise or movement, insufficient visits to the toilet, pregnancy, and intake of some medicines. Yes, [medicine] is very effective against constipation. However, if you do not get relief, please speak to your doctor immediately. 

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Bisalodil abuse can cause a rare disease known as urinary calcareous disease. In this disease, the fluids and electrolytes deplete from the gastrointestinal tract leading to the formation of supersaturated urinary calculi.