What can happen if you take a bisacodyl laxative with an antacid or milk?

Not Medical Advice: If you take Laxative-Bisacodyl within 1 hour with milk, it can destroy the coating on the tablet and may increase the risk of stomach upset and nausea.

Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor. If you are self-treating, follow all directions on the product package. If you are uncertain about any of the information, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

Dosage is based on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this drug more often than directed. Do not take this medication for more than 7 days unless directed by your doctor. Serious side effects may occur with overuse of this medication.

The effects of some drugs can change if you take other drugs or herbal products at the same time. This can increase your risk for serious side effects or may cause your medications not to work correctly. These drug interactions are possible, but do not always occur.

Some products that may interact with this drug include: medications that decrease stomach acid (such as H2 blockers like ranitidine, proton pump inhibitors like omeprazole).

Get more expert advice on how to use bisacodyl at WebMD.com.

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Thursday, August 31 2017
Source: http://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-88911/womens-laxative-bisacodyl-oral/details