Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) question???!!!

[DustinS85]

So I have been reading some horror stories. So how does Bisacodyl (Dulcolax) effect you? I need to take it for colonoscopy.

[Max546]

I take bisacodyl - one every night. The effects are mild in comparison to other prescribed medications - sometimes I wake up in the middle of the night with cramps and wind. I am surprised they are advising you to use this for bowel prep as I very much doubt it will have the desired effect of clearing you out. They normally prescribe things like picolax for bowel prep.

[DustinS85 in reply to Max546]

Bisacodyl and Miralax is the prep.

[Max546 in reply to DustinS85]

Ok, not heard of Miralax but sounds like it’s the stronger one. Try and drink loads of water when taking these.

[DustinS85 in reply to Max546]

Miralax is Polyethylene Glycol.

[SMoomin]

Hello. I had to take 2 bisacodyl tablets twice daily for two days before my sigmoidoscopy. It wasn't too bad - just a bit of tummy cramp and only a couple of trips to the loo a few hours after each dose. I hope it's as trouble free for you. (I don't know about Miralax though).

[DustinS85 in reply to SMoomin]

Thank you. I am at my appointment now and I am done with the prep. Yeah...I got cramps, but nothing too major.