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What is Stadalax
Stadalax is a laxative that stimulates bowel movements.Stadalax is used to treat constipation or to empty the bowels before surgery, colonoscopy, x-rays, or other intestinal medical procedure.
Stadalax may also be used for other purposes not listed in Stadalax guide.
Stadalax side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- urinating less than usual or not at all;
- drowsiness, confusion, mood changes, increased thirst, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting;
- swelling, weight gain, feeling short of breath;
- rectal bleeding;
- severe stomach pain or cramps, severe or ongoing diarrhea or vomiting; or
- low potassium.
Less serious side effects may include:
- dizziness, weakness;
- increased thirst;
- mild stomach pain, gas, indigestion;
- diarrhea or loose stools;
- mild nausea; or
- skin rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Stadalax dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Bowel Preparation:
5 to 15 mg orally once a day as needed or10 mg (1 suppository) rectally once a day as needed or
10 mg rectal liquid once a day as needed.
Usual Adult Dose for Constipation:
5 to 15 mg (1 to 3 tablets) orally once a day as needed or10 mg (1 suppository) rectally once a day as needed or
10 mg rectal liquid once a day as needed.
Select the most affordable brand or generic drug
| Strength | Quantity | Price, USD | Country |
| Ainsoft | |||
| Alkalax | |||
| Baxative (5 mg) | |||
| 5 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.17 | |
| 5 mg/1suppsitory | 5 Suppsitory | $0.77 | |
| Baxative 5 mg Tablet | $0.02 | ||
| Baxative Rectal 5 mg Suppository | $0.15 | ||
| 5 mg x 10's | $0.17 | ||
| BAXATIVE tab 5 mg x 10's | $0.17 | Elder | |
| Baxative 5mg TAB / 10 | $0.17 | ||
| 5 mg x 5's | $0.77 | ||
| BAXATIVE supp 5 mg x 5's | $0.77 | Elder | |
| Baxative 5mg SUPP / 5 | $0.77 | ||
| Bekunis B | |||
| Benly | |||
| Bicotan | |||
| Bidlax -5 | |||
| 5 mg | 4 Tablet | $0.02 | |
| Bilax | |||
| Bisa-Lax suppositories | |||
| Bisacodil Arena | |||
| Bisacodil Terapia | |||
| Bisacodilum-Nizhpharm | |||
| Bisacodyl | |||
| 10 mg | 12 suppositories | $23.60 | Canada, UK |
| Bisacodyl 5mg - 30 Dragee | $10.40 | ||
| Bisacodyl 5 mg healthy Life Pharma Tablet | $0.00 | ||
| Bisacodyl 0.333 MG/ML Enema [Fleet Bisacodyl] | |||
| Bisacodyl 10 MG Rectal Suppository [The Magic Bullet] | |||
| Bisacodyl 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet | |||
| Bisacodyl 5 MG Oral Tablet | |||
| Bisacodyl Apotex | |||
| Bisacodyl Balkanpharma | |||
| Bisacodyl GSK | |||
| Bisacodyl Nizhpharm | |||
| Bisacodyl Samenwerkende Apothekers | |||
| Bisacodyl-Akri | |||
| Bisacodyl-Boehringer Ingelheim | |||
| Bisacodyl-Hemofarm | |||
| Bo Lax | |||
| 5 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.14 | |
| Bo Lax 5 mg Tablet | $0.01 | ||
| BO Lax 5mg Tablet | $0.02 | Cipla Ltd | |
| Boots Bisacodyl | |||
| Carter’s Little Pills | |||
| Colax | |||
| 10 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.25 | |
| Colax 100 ml Syrup | $0.02 | ||
| Colax 10 mg Tablet | $0.03 | ||
| 10 mg x 10's | $0.25 | ||
| COLAX tab 10 mg x 10's | $0.25 | Strassenburg | |
| Colax 10mg Tablet | $0.08 | Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd | |
| COLAX 10 MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $0.74 | Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd | |
| COLAX 5 MG SYRUP 1 bottle(s) (100 ML syrup each) | $0.97 | Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd | |
| Colax 5mg/ml Syrup | $1.16 | Strassenburg Pharmaceuticals.Ltd | |
| Conlax | |||
| 5 mg x 5's | $0.31 | ||
| CONLAX supp 10 mg x 5's | $0.35 | Bliss | |
| Conlax 5mg Suppository | $0.11 | Bliss Gvs Pharma Limited | |
| Coop Vitality Bisacodyl | |||
| Correctol | |||
| Dulcobis | |||
| Dulcolax Programmi Sanitari | |||
| Ez2go Stimu-Lax 5 MG Delayed Release Oral Tablet | |||
| Feen-a-mint. | |||
| Fleet Bisacodyl | |||
| Fleet Bisacodyl Enema | |||
| Gencolax | |||
| Julax (10 mg) | |||
| 10 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.17 | |
| JULAX Capsule/ Tablet / 10mg (10 units) | $0.25 | Shreya (Rallis India) | |
| JULAX tab 5 mg x 10's | $0.08 | Shreya | |
| K.B. Biscod | |||
| Kruidvat bisacodyl | |||
| Laxa-Git | |||
| Laxabene | |||
| Laxabixal | |||
| Laxadin | |||
| Laxadryl | |||
| Laxagetten-CT | |||
| Laxatin | |||
| 3 .35 g x 5 mL x 100ml | $1.19 | ||
| LAXATIN oral susp 3.35 g x 5 mL x 100ml | $1.19 | Nitro Organics | |
| Laxatin 3.35g x 5mL SUSP / 100ml | $1.19 | ||
| Laxcodyl | |||
| Laxeertabletten Bisacodyl | |||
| Laxocodyl Paediatric | |||
| Liton | |||
| 200 ml | $0.81 | ||
| LITON syr 200ml | $0.81 | ZHPL (Marline Bio Care) | |
| Liton Ferric ammonium citrate 200mg, L-lysine monohydrochloride12 mg, vitamin B12 5 mcg, vitamin B6 2 mg, folic acid 1mg/5 mL. SYR / 200ml | $0.81 | ||
| Longshutong | |||
| Marcholax | |||
| Medibudget Abführdragées Bisacodyl | |||
| Metalax | |||
| Modaton | |||
| Moderlax | |||
| Muxol | |||
| Nourilax | |||
| Plesonax | |||
| Prontolax | |||
| Reliable Gentle Laxative Tablets | |||
| Satolax | |||
| Softala-X | |||
| Stixenil | |||
| Teleminsoft | |||
| Trekpleister Laxeertabletten | |||
| Verecolene C.M. | |||
| bisacodyl 5 MG Enteric Coated Oral Tablet | |||
References
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- "Bisacodyl". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Bisacodyl". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0902... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Stadalax - Frequently asked Questions
Can Stadalax be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Stadalax?
Use this medication exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
For best results, take Stadalax on an empty stomach, or at bedtime.
Do not crush, chew, or break the enteric-coated tablet. Swallow it whole. The enteric-coated pill has a special coating to protect your stomach. Breaking the pill could damage this coating.
Do not take a Stadalax rectal by mouth. It is for use only in your rectum.
Try to use the rectal form of this medicine at a time when you can lie down afterward and hold the medicine in. Avoid using the bathroom during this time.
If you are using Stadalax before surgery or a medical procedure, follow your doctor's instructions about the timing of your dose (the number of days or hours) before your procedure.
Remove the outer wrapper from the suppository before inserting it. Avoid handling the suppository too long or it will melt in your hands.
Lie on your side and gently insert the suppository pointed end first. For best results, hold in the suppository for a 15 to 20 minutes. The suppository will melt quickly once inserted and you should feel little or no discomfort while holding it in. Avoid using the bathroom just after you have inserted the suppository.
Shake the rectal enema gently just before use. Remove the protective cap from the applicator tip. You may use the enema lying down or seated on a toilet. Gently insert the tip into your rectum and lightly squeeze the bottle to release the enema. Hold the enema in for a few minutes and then release into the toilet.
The rectal forms of Stadalax should produce a bowel movement within 15 minutes to 1 hour.
The tablet form of Stadalax should produce a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours, or overnight when taken at bedtime.
Call your doctor if you do not have a bowel movement after using this medication. Do not use Stadalax for more than 7 days in a row unless your doctor tells you to.
Store Stadalax at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What other drugs will affect Stadalax?
There may be other drugs that can interact with Stadalax. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Who should not take Stadalax?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Stadalax, or if you have:
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severe stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting;
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a perforated bowel;
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a blockage in your intestines;
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fructose or galactose intolerance;
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an allergy to yellow food dye;
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severe constipation or dehydration;
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inflammatory bowel disease, toxic megacolon; or
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a sudden change in bowel habits lasting 2 weeks or longer.
People with eating disorders (such as anorexia or bulimia) should not use this medication without the advice of a doctor.
If you have any of these other conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use Stadalax:
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kidney disease;
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trouble swallowing;
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a history of bowel obstruction, diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis, or other intestinal disorder; or
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if you are taking a diuretic ("water pill").
Do not use Stadalax without telling your doctor if you are pregnant.
Do not use Stadalax without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medication to a child without the advice of a doctor.
When used to treat constipation, Stadalax is only part of a complete program of treatment that may also include diet and exercise. Follow your doctor's instructions very closely.
Can Stadalax be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Stadalax be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Stadalax, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Stadalax. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
Patient reported useful
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No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported price estimates
Do you think The Price of Stadalax is Worth It?Do you feel you paid higher than the value you got from it after usage? According to reports from gmedication.com users, on whether the Stadalax medicine is affordable, users shared different opinions on the question. The views concerning the price of the medicine were based on some factors like the brand the patient bought, the price compared to its level of effectiveness, the nation or country where the medicine is sold, and the amount of money the patient has. For users who are of the opinion that the medicine is unaffordable, they may have to consider a medicine with another brand in a bid to reduce cost.
| Patients | % | ||
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| Not expensive | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported frequency of use
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What is the specific doses you have used?Stadalax May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
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| 1-5mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology