Fast acting Suppositories to provide relief from constipation.

Key Benefits of Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Bisacodyl Suppositories:

• Fast acting
• Suitable for Adults and children over 12 years

Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Bisacodyl Suppositories is a stimulant laxative used for the relief of short-term occasional constipation.

Dulcolax Suppositories contain 10mg of bisacodyl, which stimulates the muscles in the intestine to promote bowel activity.

Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Suppositories can provide relief from constipation within 10-30 minutes.

What is Constipation?

Constipation is an occasional problem for some people; for others, it may happen more often. It happens when the normal muscle actions in the bowel (large intestine) slow down. This can mean that the material is not easily eliminated from the body.

The cause of constipation is often not known. It can be associated with:

• Sudden change of diet

• A diet with not enough fibre

• Not drinking enough fluids

• Loss of ‘tone’ of the bowel muscles in older people

• Pregnancy

• Some Medication

• Having to stay in bed for a long time

• Lack of exercise

Whatever the cause, constipation is uncomfortable. It may make you feel bloated and heavy. Sometimes it causes headaches.

It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines to control constipation before using this medicine.

There are some healthy tips are recommended to try and prevent constipation happening. These are:

• Eat a balanced diet including fresh fruit and vegetables

• Drink enough water so that you do not become dehydrated

• Keep up your exercise and stay fit

• Make time to empty your bowels when your body tells you

Active Ingredients:

Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Suppositories contain 10mg of the active ingredient bisacodyl

Other ingredients:

The suppositories are made from hard fat, which is an ingredient needed to mould the suppository into the correct shape.

Adults over 12 years

One 10mg suppository to be inserted into the rectum once a day for relief within 30 minutes.

The maximum daily dose is one (1) suppository.

For the relief of short-term occasional constipation.

It is recommended to use changes in diet and bulk forming medicines first.

Does not help with weight loss. Overuse can be harmful.

For rectal use only.

If laxatives are needed for more than 5 days in a row, consult your doctor.

Does not help with weight loss. Overuse can be harmful.

Do not store above 25C.

Keep the blisters in the outer carton in order to protect from the light.

Keep out of sight and reach of children.

If laxatives are required daily or if you have persistent abdominal pain or change of bowel habits consult your doctor.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition are taking any other medication or complementary therapy or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding or suffer from allergies.

Stimulant laxatives (including Dulcolax Twelve Plus Suppositories) do not help with weight loss. They do not reduce the absorption of calories or nutrients. They can cause watery stools (diarrhoea), abdominal cramps and dehydration. Dehydration can seem like weight loss.

Rare side effects (affect less than 1 in 1000 people) • Severe allergic reactions which may cause swelling of the face or throat and difficulty in breathing or dizziness. If you have a severe allergic reaction, stop taking this medicine and see a doctor straight away. • Colitis (inflammation of the large intestine which causes abdominal pain and diarrhoea) • Dehydration • Allergic reactions which may cause a skin rash • Fainting Uncommon side effects (affect less than 1 in 100 people) • Blood in the stools • Vomiting • Abdominal discomfort • Discomfort inside and around the back passage • Dizziness Common side effects (affect less than 1 in 10 people) • Abdominal cramps or pain • Diarrhoea • Nausea