DULCOLAX TABLET 5mg

Product Information

Registration Status: Active

DULCOLAX TABLET 5mg is approved to be sold in Singapore with effective from 1989-04-28. It is marketed by SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD, with the registration number of SIN02669P.

This product contains Bisacodyl 5mg in the form of ENTERIC-COATED TABLET. It is approved for ORAL use.

This product is manufactured by Delpharm Reims in FRANCE.

It is an Over-the-counter Medicine that can be freely obtained from any retailer

Bisacodyl

Description

Bisacodyl is an organic compound that is used as a stimulant laxative drug. It works directly on the colon to produce a bowel movement. It is typically prescribed for relief of constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction as well as part of bowel preparation before medical examinations, such as for a colonoscopy.

Indication

Indicated for cleansing of the colon as a preparation for colonoscopy in adults.

Mechanism of Action

Induces diarrhea which cleanses the colon.

Pharmacokinetics

Absorption
15%
Distribution
Metabolism
Hepatic (CYP450-mediated).
Elimination

Clearance

primarily in the feces, systemically absorbed drug is excreted in the urine.

Active Ingredient/Synonyms

Bisacodilo | Bisacodyl | Bisacodyle | Bisacodylum | Phenol, 4,4'-(2-pyridinylmethylene)bis-, diacetate (ester) | Spirolax | Bisacodyl |


Source of information: Drugbank (External Link). Last updated on: 3rd July 18. *Trade Name used in the content below may not be the same as the HSA-registered product.

References

  1. Health Science Authority of Singapore - Reclassified POM
  2. Drugbank