Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Repeated administration of Healthy Life Bisacodyl 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. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

No, Healthy Life Bisacodyl should not be given to children under 6 years of age as patients in this age group can not swallow Healthy Life Bisacodyl without chewing it and this might lead to a breaking of the enteric coating, leading to gastric irritation. Suppositories can be given to children in cases of severe constipation under a supervision of a nurse. 

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Healthy Life Bisacodyl is usually taken an evening before a bowel movement is desired. One should not take it more than once a day for more than a week. If there is no respite in constipation even after regular use, one must speak to the doctor immediately. 

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Healthy Life Bisacodyl is available in the tablet form to be taken orally and as suppositories and enema to be taken through the rectum. It is usually taken orally 6 to 12 hours before a bowel movement is required. One should not take the oral medicine more than once a day or for more than a week as it might lead to dependence. One must comply with the doctor's prescribing information. A tablet should be swallowed with a glass of water and it should not be split, chewed or crushed.Healthy Life Bisacodyl should not be taken after one hour of consuming dairy products. If there is no relief, talking to the doctor can be helpful. Suppositories produce a bowel movement within 50 to 60 minutes while enema produces a bowel movement within 5 to 20 minutes.

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, rectal use of Healthy Life Bisacodyl can cause bleeding which is a serious side-effect. If this happens, you must consult your doctor immediately.