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Active Ingredient
bisacodyl
Format
Small tablet
Time to Relief
6 to 12 hours
Dosage Directions
1 to 2 tablets in a single daily dose
How it Works
Helps speed up stool movement by stimulating bowel muscles
Active Ingredient
sodium picosilfate
Format
Liquid
Time to Relief
6 to 12 hours
Dosage Directions
1-2 spoonfuls
How it Works
Helps speed up stool movement by stimulating bowel muscles
Ingredient
macrogol 4000
Format
Liquid
Time to Relief
24-72 hours
Dosage Directions
Adults: 20 to 40 ml a day
Age 4-7: 16-32 ml a day
Age 2-3: 8-16 ml per day
Children under 8 consultation with doctor is advised first
How it Works
Uses the water naturally contained already in your body to soften the stools and make bowel movements more comfortable
Ingredient
macrogol 4000
Format
Powder sachets
Time to Relief
24-72 hours
Dosage Directions
1-2 sachets daily
How it Works
Uses the water naturally contained already in your body to soften the stools and make bowel movements more comfortable
Active Ingredient
docusate sodium
Format
Soft gel capsule
Time to Relief
1-2 days
Dosage Directions
3 capsules a day, can take up to 5
How it Works
Has a softening effect on the stool and a stimulating effect on the bowel
Active Ingredient
bisacodyl
Format
Suppositories
Time to Relief
10-30 minutes
Dosage Directions
1 suppository in a single daily dose
How it Works
Helps speed up stool movement by stimulating bowel muscles