Dulcolax Tablets or Bisacodyl generic may be recommended by your doctor for the relief of occasional constipation and irregularity. The 5mg Dulcolax Tablets are best taken before bed with a glass of water. You should not take Bisacodyl within 1 hour of drinking milk or taking antacids as these can destroy the coating on the tablet and cause stomach irritation.

Once taken as directed, Dulcolax Tablets begin to stimulate your bowel muscles that move the fecal matter along while accumulating water in your intestines that produces softer stools. By morning, you should be able to have a bowel movement without straining. Generic Bisacodyl or Dulcolax Tablets are available without a prescription.

There are many factors as to why you become constipated. Your diet is usually part of the problem because you have not included enough fiber. Adequate amounts of fiber will help move the food through your digestive system to prevent constipation. Certain drugs, travelling, stress, sitting for long periods can all contribute to constipation. If your situation has not been resolved after one week of taking Dulcolax Tablets, contact your physician.

Ask your doctor about possible side effects of taking generic Dulcolax Tablets. Disclose other medical conditions you have and list any current OTC or Rx drugs you are on, including herbal remedies and vitamin supplements. Some medications can interfere with how others may work in your body, change their efficacy, or create unintended side effects. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the company that makes the brand product.