Dulcolax
Avoid Dulcolax
Dulcolax is made from Polyethylene Glycol which is to be avoided by all. Dulcolax (Bisacodyl) is used to treat constipation. It can cause cramping. It is a stool softener. If used chronically dulcolax electrolytes can become imbalanced and this can cause kidney problems. Avoid if allergic reaction occurs or if ammonium acid urate stone forms. Do not use with diureticDulcolax is a stool softener and often used for cardiac patients to prevent them straining. Passage of a large, soft stool, is the desired result from taking docusate sodium. This normally occurs in 24 to 72 hours. However, diarrhea is a common negative side effect that you could experience. Report this to your doctor.
A frequent side effect you may experience while taking docusate sodium is mild abdominal cramping and bloating.(common with PLD). If these symptoms persist or increase in severity, you should stop taking docusate and see a doctor. The National Institutes of Health warns that a more serious condition may exist, and taking a stool softener can exacerbate gastrointestinal disorders such as a bowel obstruction.
Docusate sodium should only be taken for a short time.
Eat healthy diet; drink plenty water; regular gentle exercise may ↓ constipation.
Avoid cakes, pastries, sweet puddings, caffeinated drinks, these ↑ constipation.
Avoid any sugary drinks or sweets or cakes as this ↑ hemorrhoids.
Try putting out a glass filled with tap water drink all day long.
Dehydration ↑ constipation.
Avoid dark chocolate ↑ constipation.
