Bisacodyl and Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone
Determining the interaction of Bisacodyl and Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone 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 calcium carbonate may alter the effects of bisacodyl. Bisacodyl and calcium carbonate 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: bisacodyl
Brand name: Alophen, Bisac-Evac, Bisco-Lax, Carters Little Pills, Correctol, Doxidan Tablet, Ducodyl, Dulcolax Laxative, 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: Bisacodyl (oral and rectal)
Generic Name: calcium carbonate / simethicone
Brand name: Alka-Seltzer Heartburn + Gas, Gas-X with Maalox Extra Strength, Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength, Maalox Junior Plus Antigas, Tums Gas Relief Chewy Bites
Synonyms: n.a.
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.
- Bisacodyl-Calcium Carbonate Capsules and Tablets
- Bisacodyl-Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets
- Bisacodyl-Calcium Carbonate Chewable Tablets (Antacid)
- Bisacodyl-Calcium Carbonate Suspension
- Bisacodyl-Calcium Carbonate Tablets (Antacid)
- Bisacodyl-Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl and polyethylene glycol (PEG) 3350 with electrolytes
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl Enema
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl oral and rectal
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl Suppositories
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl Suppository
- Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone-Bisacodyl Tablets