Dulcolax for constipation

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Asked for Female, 30 Years

Hello doctor... I'm having constipation since last few days. Also, I'm a lactating mother (though I don't breastfeed v much, only during sleep time)... Can I have Dulcolax to get rid of constipation?? Also, could you please tell the dosage?

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Dr. Sivani Payneni

General Physician 17 yrs exp Hyderabad

Add more vegetables and fruits in ur diet. Take plenty of fluids. Taking a laxative daily is not recommended

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Dr. Ceshole Simon General Physician 23 yrs exp Ernakulam · Accepted Answer

Dr. Ceshole Simon

General Physician 23 yrs exp Ernakulam

You can take Dulcolax(bisacodyl) 5-10 mg(1-2 tab) at bedtime as needed for constipation.. Increase your fluid intake, fruits and veggies and exercise helps to relieve constipation.. I won't advice taking laxative daily.. Thanks.

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