Aluminum hydroxide and Dulcolax (Bisacodyl Tablets)
Determining the interaction of Aluminum hydroxide and Dulcolax (Bisacodyl Tablets) and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using bisacodyl together with aluminum hydroxide may alter the effects of bisacodyl. Bisacodyl and aluminum hydroxide should be separated by at least one hour. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: By increasing gastric pH, antacids may reduce the resistance of the enteric coating of bisacodyl tablets, resulting in earlier release of bisacodyl and gastric irritation and dyspepsia.
MANAGEMENT: The administration of antacids and bisacodyl should be separated by at least one hour.
- Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics." O 0
Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide
Brand name: Amphojel, Alu-Cap, Dialume, Alu-Tab, Alternagel, Aloh-Gel
Synonyms: n.a.
Generic Name: bisacodyl
Brand name: Dulcolax Laxative, Alophen, Bisac-Evac, Bisco-Lax, Carters Little Pills, Correctol, Doxidan Tablet, Ducodyl, Evac-u-gen, Ex-lax Ultra, Feen-A-Mint, Fleet Bisacodyl, Gen Lax, Magic Bullet, Veracolate, Dulcogen, Bisa-Plex, Bisolax, Gentle Laxative, Laxative Gentle Suppositories, Correct, Modane, Colax, Gentlax Tablet, Fematrol, Bisa-Lax, Dulcolax, Fleet Bisacodyl Enema
Synonyms: Dulcolax, Dulcolax Suppository
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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