Pharmacologic Substance
bisacodyl
Brand Names:
Alophen Reformulated Jan 2008; Bet-R-Prep; Bisac-Evac; Bisco-Lax; Carters Little Pills; Correct (New Formula); Correctol laxative Reformulated Feb 2008; Dulcolax; Evac-U-Gen Reformulated Jan 2008; Ex-lax Ultra; Ez2go Stimu-Lax Tablet; Feen-A-Mint Reformulated Jan 2008; The Magic Bullet; Veracolate
Effect:
Increased Large Intestinal Motility; Stimulation Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Secretion
May Treat:
Constipation
More Information:
ChemID; DrugBank; DailyMed; PDR
Definitions related to bisacodyl:
  • A diphenylmethane stimulant laxative used for the treatment of CONSTIPATION and for bowel evacuation. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p871)
    NLM Medical Subject Headings
    U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2025
  • A synthetic pyridinylmethylene-diacetate ester derivative stimulant laxative, Bisacodyl acts with a parasympathetic effect directly on mucosal sensory nerves, increasing peristaltic contractions. It is used for occasional constipation, in pre- and postoperative treatment, and in conditions that require facilitation of defecation. (NCI04)
    NCI
    U.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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