Dulcolax User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)

• lilgirl
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 10, 2019

For Bowel Preparation "I am 18 years old, 4’10 86 lbs (probably a little less from all the pooping I’ve done in the past 24 hrs) I was literally terrified to take 4 dulcolax 5mg after reading these reviews. Being so small, I thought I was surely done for. I took my pills at noon (followed by a huge amount of colyte later in the evening) but I had some cramping kind of like period pain but was tolerable. I drank like 4 or 5 bottles of water before noon and I ate spaghetti AND salad the day before. I’ve had watery bowel motions since like 3pm yesterday but nothing that made me feel like I was dying. "

• Tiff...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2021

For Constipation "This has got to be the worst stuff I have ever taken. I only go to bathroom every 2 or 3 weeks it gets overwhelming and just so bloated I need relief. Well ducolax was the last thing I should have done. The pains in my stomach are so intense I feel like something is seriously wrong. It feels like someone is ringing out your insides. I have been dizzy, sick to my stomach, an over all ill feeling. And super nauseated. I would rather have a bloated stomach. Idk what to do! I have been up and down sitting on bathroom floor and to toilet. Not knowing whether to throw up or poop. Worst ever and very scary. I feel like I was going to pass out. I tried laying down and the pain is too great."

• Anonymous
• January 5, 2020

For Constipation "A month ago I had gone three days with no BM and so I took 2 Ducolax pills at bedtime and awoke with a horrific stomach ache in middle of the night and barely a bowel movement next day. It has been a month since that experience and I took a chance the first side effects from Ducolax were a fluke since I have now gone 5 days with no BM. II took 3 pills before bed since 2 weren't effective last month and I just woke up. I can barely breathe so nauseated with a horrific stomach pain and cramping. Too sick to take my dogs outside potty from the nausea and pain. No BM yet, just nauseated with a stomach pain radiating into my back and spine and a little gas. I'm done. This product is awful and NOT gentle. I have been laying here to sick to sleep for a couple hours waiting for the stomach pain to alleviate and so I Googled Ducolax stomach pain. I am surprised how many people suffered like I am. This is my first medicine review but felt I needed to say something."

• Ames
• November 17, 2019

For Constipation "Liquid Ducolax seemed to be the fastest - relief at 30 minutes to 6 hours, after all, I do have work tomorrow. I took the recommended dose around 10am. 2 hours, nothing - not even a fart. After waiting three hours total, I took another full dose, it tastes good. 3 o'clock my chicken & dumplings, mashed potatoes and candied carrots were done, we all had dinner. I was starting to get a few rumbles by time my meal was finished, I was happy to know the time was coming & wouldn't be at work for the grand finale. I was finishing my glass of water, stomach flopped, made a loud growling sound & my butt puckered. I ran for the toilet, barley making to let out the most unholy explosion. I swear I just pooped everything I've eaten in the last 2 weeks. I HAD TO FLUSH 2X WHILE STILL GOING. This stuff works, Its been 4 hours since the first attack, I've gone another 6 times. My butt burns from the violent friction caused by the forceful exits. I wish I wouldn't have taken the 2nd dose. Be patient."

• Nikki
• November 26, 2018

For Bowel Preparation "DO NOT TAKE!! Tonight was my first time taking a laxative and I happened upon dulcolax. I woke up at 2 AM with the worst stomach cramps of my entire life. Spent two hours puking/dry heaving, bawling my eyes out, my whole body tingling and blood red, and sweating profusely while butt naked on the toilet. I seriously almost called 911. I really thought I was dying. I would much rather go through labor again than ever feel like this. Will NEVER take this again!!!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 1, 2019

For Constipation "Took 2 ... I knew what to expect from previous experience . I love the whole "easy predictable relief the next morning" sales patter . But nothing, NOTHING ! Prepares you for what happens 6-8 hours after taking them . The cramp . That burn . That stagger to the bathroom . That inability to ever trust a fart again. Then it happens . Like a Cape Canaveral launch . You are reintroduced to the xmas dinner from 1992 . You need to buy new clothes because nothing in your wardrobe fits to your shrivelled gollum like carcus anymore. Take when needed. Sleep in the bathroom . And pray to God you have drunk enough fluid to protect your kidneys before the bisacodyl sucks it all into your bowels ."

• KJCJWC
• September 27, 2014

For Constipation "Female 140 lbs took 2 Dulcolax Tablets at 6:30pm, followed by 3 full glasses of water. Had been constipated for about 5 days prior. Woke up at 6:00am with the feeling of having to have a bowel movement. Passed a lot of liquid /semi soft bowel motions. No cramps, no feeling of illness. Was petrified by all of the other reviews, but thinking drinking water after taking the pills helped. No side effects the next day."

• Issvan
• July 17, 2019

For Constipation "Look, it is a laxative. Yes, it will cause pain. It says it on the box. TAKE IT WITH LOTS OF WATER! Seriously! I cannot reiterate this enough! I have IBD and sometimes I get constipated. This really helps. Yes the pain can be uncomfortable (to some unbearable), but take some anti-inflammatories and you'll be fine. The cramps are a signal that the meds are working like they are supposed to. Trust me as someone that has a bowel disorder and has had 5 colonoscopies before the age of 30, this works. It JUST TAKES TIME! I know poo pain. I know poo cramps. I know the pain! It sucks! It really does! Yet, it is effective. There are some people that may not be able to handle it, but others can. Don't be scared and understand it is good for a reason."

• Yeahp...
• November 7, 2014

For Constipation "It works, but do not take three! I woke up out of dead sleep three hours after ingesting with SEVERE pain. I have irritable bowel syndrome with internal hemorrhoids so constipation happens often and always hurts. I took three thinking because I'm almost never regular and my last movement was over a week ago three would probably work best. I ended up pooping, but also had a heavy vomiting episode at the same time. Take two at most, do not take three!"

• Jan
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2021

For Bowel Preparation "Took 4 ducolax at 4 pm after being on clear liquid all day, and already having loose stool. Started MiraLAX at 5:30. Finished first bottle of gatorade/miralax mix by 6:30. Drank extra water. Had horrible stomach cramps, nausea rest of evening. Could not drink anymore till 6 am gatorade/miralax. Colonoscopy went well. 2 small polyps. 4 days later, still having stomach cramps, nausea, anorexia. I think 4 ducolax was over doing it for me. I'll consider it an adverse reaction to ducolax tablets."

• Anonymous
• October 8, 2011

For Constipation "Within 8 hrs of taking 2 tablets I experienced uncontrollable sweating, body shakes, vomiting, stomach cramps accompanied by loose bowel movements. Although technically this medication relieved my constipation I nearly ended up in the emergency room. 24 hrs later I still have lower back pain, cramps and am unable to keep food down. Please do not take this medication lightly!"

• Love...
• December 28, 2014

For Constipation "So I was having cramps for 2 days decided to try this by recommendation. Took 3 tablets at 9:00 pm woke up at midnight with chills the worst cramps since childbirth & ran to the restroom! 2 hours later I woke up to thee worst sweats & nausea wasn't sure which end to put on above the toilet! Then woke up 2 hours later with the cramping again! So Yes this stuff works! But seriously start with 1 tablet and yes I stayed in bed the following day due to my lower back and stomach being so sore from the cramping."

• alexi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 20, 2021

For Constipation "Absolutely awful! I have spent the last 5 hours of my life in the bathroom. I am currently on vacation and this is just not it. I am not even pooping with color anymore, it’s literally water. And non-stop and excruciating pain. I can barely walk six feet without having to run back to the bathroom to poop. I took the correct dosage, I really shouldn’t be afraid to leave the toilet to lay down in my bed. I feel nauseous and I honestly preferred being constipated ."

• yuckugh
• September 10, 2014

For Bowel Preparation "I am getting ready for a colonoscopy and I am taking these two days prior. I was thinking since I have problems with constipation I would take 2 with dinner and then I took 3 before I go to bed. I woke up in the most painful cramps and have been peeing out my butt for 3 minutes. I would recommend not taking more then 1. I was stupid because I thought it wouldn't help. Wow was I wrong."

• Eano
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 14, 2019

For Constipation "These comments are the only thing getting me through. The descriptions are gloriously accurate. The cramps are comparable to labor contractions including the nausea & sweats that go with it. I can’t believe they’re allowed to put the word gentle on this box."

• Pooped...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 15, 2019

For Constipation "Took Dulcolax to help with constipation. BIG mistake. Took one pill last night for the first time at 10 pm and woke up at 9am with some major cramps. My bowels exploded and everything came out, but during this catharsis my vision began to fade and I realized I was about to pass out, but my inner conscious was like ‘there’s no way I’m passing out while pooping’ and I quickly wiped and redressed, only to start dry heaving when I got up. Grey specks covered my vision and my ability to hear was fading. I fell against the wall and luckily my mom was there to help me before I blacked out. It’s been 4 hours since and my bowels are still contracting. Dear god, pray you, do not take this pill unless it’s entirely necessary. If I could go back I would take Miralax- and avoid the rectal turmoil that has ensued"

• Bmac
• September 14, 2019

For Bowel Preparation "This drug was horrible. I was instructed to use it as part of a “light” bowel prep for surgery. Took the dose (three tablets) and expecting a “light” and “gentle” laxative effect over time, headed to the mall with my husband and son to do a bit of shopping. An hour later I started feeling a little weak, tired, and generally off. I blamed this on poor sleep last night. Within another 30 minutes of that onset, those feelings intensified, and the feverish sweating and intense stomach cramping began. I ended up in the toilet at the mall evacuating pure liquid from my bowels. I texted my husband to get the car and meet me at the closest entrance. I barely made it the ten minute drive home without having an accident. The pain/constant bathroom trips/liquid poops/sweating/nausea lasted a couple of hours. I will never ever take this drug again!!!"

• Linzi
• January 14, 2020

For Constipation "I have taken this product dulcolax in the past and thought I was going to need an ambulance. But I have learnt the trick to taking them and it’s LOTS of water. Many times I have been rolling around my bathroom floor crying with cramps, in agony. Pressure in my stomach nearly too much to bare. But I heard about the water trick and it works. At least 3 big glasses with the tablet and one as soon as you wake up or if your woke during the night drink then it then. Helps so much you can go to toilet with only very slight cramps"

• Abby
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 28, 2020

For Constipation "I was constipated for 3 days so I took two tablets. The next day, I woke up in so much pain that I couldn’t walk or move. My intestines were cramping so bad. A few hours later, I had the most violent explosive diarrhea of my life. It was like a fire hose. I prayed because I thought I was gonna pass out. I am typing this from the toilet because it just wont stop."

• MAD
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2020

For Bowel Preparation "Preparing for a colonoscopy and dr instructions told me to take 4 Dulcolax tablets. I took 4 at 11:30am. Been drinking Gatorade and now water. Finally had "liftoff" at 1:45. Some cramping and noises from the intestines, think I'll be stuck on this throne for a long time. Make sure you drink a lot of Gatorade and water before even taking any of these. At 4pm I start the miralax. What a night this is going to be... dang."

• Shacee
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 19, 2020

For Constipation "DRINK PLENTY OF WATER!! You have to be very well hydrated with this laxative, otherwise you will experience severe cramping, nausea, vomiting. My very first time taking it, maybe 4 years ago, I thought I would finish my lift in my bathroom. This time I read reviews and I hydrated with fruit and water all day before taking it at 6:30pm. Because I hadn’t gone in almost 7 days it didn’t kick in until 4:30pm the next day. I still had some cramping, but not nearly as painful as my first experience."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 9, 2013

For Constipation "I took 2 Dulcolax for mild constipation and 5 hours later was hit with severe abdominal pain and sweating for about 45 minutes. It was the first time that I had used this. I was about to leave for the emergency room and it subsided. My daughter read some reviews on Dulcolax and found that several people were affected in this way. I would definitely stay away from this product. It did relieve the constipation this morning."

• Watz
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 22, 2020

For Bowel Preparation "I had to use Dulcolax along with Miralax for a colonoscopy prep. I had to take 3 Dulcolax pills @ 10AM and another 3 @ 3PM. This is in addition to the Miralax. I will never take Dulcolax again. I still have diarrhea and it's been over 24 hours. Had colonoscopy and had to go non-stop right up until they wheeled me in. And like I said, I still have diarrhea after 24 hours of taking them. Very harsh laxative. Don't take it!"

• Anonymous
• July 26, 2021

For Constipation "OMG. Save yourself. Do the enema. Holy smokes. My diet was off and I knew it. After 3rd day I figured I better do something. My abdomen was huge. I'm not a big guy & don't take meds of any kind willingly, so when it said I could take 1 to 3 of these tiny time bombs I opted for 1. ONE. The cramps started about 6 hours later. Got me out of bed. I spent the next 2 hours doubled over in pain so high I vomited. No joke! Both figuratively and truthfully. No BM yet. I figured if it hurt that bad I must have a real problem. bowel obstruction? Cancer? I thought I was dying. I lay on the bathroom floor in a cold sweat only getting up to vomit or try to crap. Once it finally happened, it took 3 days to be over. My body kept trying to turn my anus inside out. Poor butt bled for 24 hours. My stomach still isn't right at 4 days later. Save your bootie! Don't do it! Anything but ducolax... that part on the box that says "Gentle dependable relief" there ain't nothing GENTLE about it!! POOPERS BEWARE!!"

• Naomi
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 23, 2019

For Constipation "First of all, if this is your first time using Dulcolax do not take more than one unless you have a death wish. I took one pill at 9pm before bed and slept through the night with no issues. By 9am nothing had happened so I made the choice to take another. Don't make that mistake. By 12:50pm I was in agony, slumped on the toilet with sweat dripping down my face. I had the shakes and was genuinely very close to dialling 999. Nothing came out after 10 minutes or so, so I went to leave the bathroom just so my colleagues knew I was still alive. As soon as I stood up, it felt like a volcano had just erupted in my bowels. The contractions willed the hard stool and what felt like tap water straight out of me. I was just a mere passenger. I have been to the toilet twice since and it is still the consistency of water. At the end of the day, it worked exactly as it should. Just be patient."