Ducolax Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called 'stimulant laxatives' used to treat constipation. Ducolax Tablet 10's increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Ducolax Tablet 10's helps in normalizing the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements. Ducolax Tablet 10's is also used to clean the intestines before any examinations or medical procedures.

FAQs

How does Ducolax Tablet 10's work?

Ducolax Tablet 10's increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Ducolax Tablet 10's helps in normalizing the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements.

Does Ducolax Tablet 10's cause dizziness?

Ducolax Tablet 10's causes dizziness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

Does Ducolax Tablet 10's cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Ducolax Tablet 10's. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Is it safe to take Ducolax Tablet 10's for longer durations?

Do not take Ducolax Tablet 10's for more than 5 days as it might lead to dependency on Ducolax Tablet 10's for a bowel movement. Taking Ducolax Tablet 10's for longer durations might also cause dehydration, imbalance of fluids and salts in the body, affecting the tightness of muscles in the intestine. If your bowel movement is irregular even after taking Ducolax Tablet 10's for five days, consult your doctor.

Can I take antacids (pantoprazole) with Ducolax Tablet 10's?

Ducolax Tablet 10's can be taken with antacids if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 1 hour between Ducolax Tablet 10's and antacids (pantoprazole).