Treatment options
Full product range
The range of products from Dulco mean that you can help a customer choose something appropriate for their needs.
When recommending products, remember that customers may not feel comfortable having a lengthy conversation about their bowel habits at the counter. You can offer to use the consultation room if they would like to talk more privately.
Dulcolax Adult (GSL) and Dulcolax Twelve Plus 5mg gastro-resistant tablets (P)
Bisacodyl
5mg
1-2 at
night
Stimulant
Relief in
6-12 hoursDulcolax Adult tablets suitable from 18+ years (pack count 20 tablets or
less)
Dulcolax Twelve Plus suitable from 12+ years (pack count 20
tablets or more)
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agents.
Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Suppositories (P)
Bisacodyl
10mgInsert 1
into the back passage at nightStimulantRelief in
10-30 minutesSuitable from 12+ years
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agent
Dulcolax Adult Pico Liquid (GSL) and Dulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid (P)
Sodium
picosulfateOne to two
5ml spoonfuls at nightStimulantRelief in
6-12 hoursDulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid suitable from 12+ years (300ml)
Dulcolax
Adult Pico Liquid suitable from 18+ years (100ml)
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agents.
DulcoSoft Oral Solution and Powder for Oral Solution (Medical device)
Once
daily
Mix with
your favorite drink
OsmoticRelief in
24-72 hoursDulcoSoft Liquid is suitable for adults, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, and children 2+ years*
DulcoSoft Powder is suitable for adults and childen from 8+ years
*Advice from a GP is recommended for children under 8 years and pregnant/breastfeeding women.
DulcoEase 100mg capsules (GSL)
Docusate
sodiumStart with
1 capsule 3 times a day
Stool
softenerRelief in
1-2 daysFor adults and children 12+ years
For the prevention and treatment of chronic constipation. DulcoEase has a dual action; it softens stools and stimulates bowel movement. It prevents hard, dry stools and a reduction in straining at stools in the presence of conditions such as haemorrhoids or anal fissures.
Dulcolax Adult (GSL) and Dulcolax Twelve Plus 5mg gastro-resistant tablets (P)
Bisacodyl
5mg1-2 at
nightStimulantRelief in
6-12 hoursDulcolax Adult tablets suitable from 18+ years (pack count 20 tablets or
less)
Dulcolax Twelve Plus suitable from 12+ years (pack count 20
tablets or more)
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agents.
Dulcolax Twelve Plus 10mg Suppositories (P)
Bisacodyl
10mgInsert 1
into the back passage at nightStimulantRelief in
10-30 minutesSuitable from 12+ years
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agent
Dulcolax Adult Pico Liquid (GSL) and Dulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid (P)
Sodium
picosulfateOne to two
5ml spoonfuls at nightStimulantRelief in
6-12 hoursDulcolax Twelve Plus Pico Liquid suitable from 12+ years (300ml)
Dulcolax
Adult Pico Liquid suitable from 18+ years (100ml)
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agents.
DulcoSoft Oral Solution and Powder for Oral Solution (Medical device)
Once
dailyMix with
your favorite drinkOsmoticRelief in
24-72 hoursDulcoSoft Liquid is suitable for adults, including pregnant and breastfeeding women, and children 2+ years*
DulcoSoft Powder is suitable for adults and childen from 8+ years
*Advice from a GP is recommended for children under 8 years and pregnant/breastfeeding women.
DulcoEase 100mg capsules (GSL)
Docusate
sodiumStart with
1 capsule 3 times a dayStool
softenerRelief in
1-2 daysFor adults and children 12+ years
For the prevention and treatment of chronic constipation. DulcoEase has a dual action; it softens stools and stimulates bowel movement. It prevents hard, dry stools and a reduction in straining at stools in the presence of conditions such as haemorrhoids or anal fissures.
Dulcolax Adult (GSL) and Dulcolax Twelve Plus 5mg gastro-resistant tablets (P)
Bisacodyl
5mg1-2 at
nightStimulantRelief in
6-12 hoursDulcolax Adult tablets suitable from 18+ years (pack count 20 tablets or
less)
Dulcolax Twelve Plus suitable from 12+ years (pack count 20
tablets or more)
For the short-term relief of occasional constipation. This product should only be used if a therapeutic effect cannot be achieved by a change of diet or the administration of bulk-forming agents.
Without investigating the cause of constipation, laxatives should not be taken on a continuous daily basis for an extended period of time.9