Bisacodyl / Tannic Acid
This combination medication contains bisacodyl, a stimulant laxative, and tannic acid, which has astringent properties. It is primarily used to treat constipation and to prepare the bowel for medical procedures.
A combination laxative medication used for constipation relief and bowel preparation.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 690448
- Generic
- Bisacodyl / Tannic Acid
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treatment of occasional constipation and bowel preparation before radiological procedures, endoscopy, or surgery.
Bisacodyl stimulates peristalsis in the colon, while tannic acid provides astringent effects that may help firm stool consistency.
Should not be used long-term. Avoid use in patients with intestinal obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, or abdominal pain of unknown origin. May cause cramping or electrolyte disturbances with prolonged use.
Official drug label
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