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Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository)
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is used for constipation in children (as advised), bowel evacuation when recommended by doctor.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹53₹10.65 per capsule
Licensed pharmacyPharmacist-verified orderDelivered across India
Key details
Salt: Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository)
Available variants: capsule 5 Capsules 5 Capsules, capsule 5 Capsules
Best price: ₹53 (₹10.65 per capsule)
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: Sanofi India Ltd
Ordering notes
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Composition of Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children contains Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository). It belongs to the Stimulant laxative (diphenylmethane derivative) class of medicines.
Uses of Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
- Constipation in children (as advised)
- bowel evacuation when recommended by doctor
Key benefits
- Relieves constipation
- Works relatively quickly
- Helps bowel evacuation
- Local rectal action
- Useful for occasional constipation in children
How Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children works
Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative that increases bowel movements by stimulating the intestinal wall and increasing fluid secretion. Rectal administration provides relatively quick local action.
How to take Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
For rectal use only. Insert one suppository into the rectum as directed by a doctor. Ensure age-appropriate use; effect usually within 15-60 minutes.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions, dehydration and salt imbalance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Most side effects of Dulcoflex are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Abdominal cramps
- diarrhea
- nausea
- rectal irritation
Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
| Pregnancy | Use with caution |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | No known interaction |
| Driving | Not expected to affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | Use with caution if you have kidney disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function. |
| Liver | Use with caution if you have liver disease — your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your liver function. |
| Habit forming | No |
Warnings and precautions
Use only under adult supervision and medical advice in children. Do not use in suspected intestinal obstruction, severe abdominal pain, dehydration, or acute inflammatory bowel conditions. Avoid prolonged use to prevent electrolyte imbalance.
Do not take Dulcoflex if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for anyone with a suspected bowel obstruction, or with severe abdominal pain of unknown cause.
Interactions with other medicines
Diuretics/corticosteroids (low potassium risk), Digoxin (risk with hypokalemia), Other laxatives (diarrhea/dehydration)
How to store Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Store below 25°C, protect from heat; keep in original pack.
Expert advice for Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Increase fibre, fluids and physical activity — these treat the cause rather than the episode. Do not ignore the urge to go; a regular routine helps.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- Sanofi India Ltd
- Therapeutic class:
- Laxative
- Drug class:
- Stimulant laxative (diphenylmethane derivative)
Substitutes for Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gerbisa 5 mg TabletGERMAN REMEDIES | tablet · 10`S | ₹12 | 77% cheaper |
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Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children FAQs
What is Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children used for?
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is commonly used for Constipation in children (as advised), bowel evacuation when recommended by doctor. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children contains Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
For rectal use only. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children work?
Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative that increases bowel movements by stimulating the intestinal wall and increasing fluid secretion.
Is Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children a prescription medicine?
No. Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
The side effects reported most often with Dulcoflex are Abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea, rectal irritation. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children be taken during pregnancy?
Use with caution Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Dulcoflex.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
No known interaction
What if I miss a dose of Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children habit forming?
No. Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
Gerbisa 5 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹12 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children starts at ₹53 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in capsule 5 Capsules 5 Capsules, capsule 5 Capsules. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children?
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is manufactured by Sanofi India Ltd. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children delivered?
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children, Quick facts
- Salt
- Bisacodyl 5 mg (suppository)
- Form
- capsule
- Best price
- ₹53 (₹10.65 per capsule)
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- SANOFI INDIA LTD
- Manufacturer
- Sanofi India Ltd
- Therapeutic class
- Laxative
- Drug class
- Stimulant laxative (diphenylmethane derivative)
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- capsule 5 Capsules 5 Capsules, capsule 5 Capsules
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- Manufacturer labeling, established medical literature, standard pharmacology references
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Dulcoflex 5 mg Suppository For Children.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.