Dulcolax and Sweating: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Kda...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 30, 2019

For Constipation "Took this because I was constipated from having taken opioids for kidney stone pain and for stone surgery. The effects of ONE pill have made the kidney stone SAGA pale in comparison. I had 2 explosive bowel movements a few hours after taking the pill. I then endured hours of abdominal cramps and nausea. Then I became very weak, felt as if I was going to vomit. Had alternating bouts of profuse sweating and chills. Sat on the toilet, laid on the bathroom floor - because I was weak and afraid that if I left the bathroom, I wouldn’t be able to get back to the toilet before the next eruption. I literally want to pass out."

• Txt...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 9, 2019

For Constipation "Wow, if I could turn back time and not take this, I would. On Saturday afternoon (4:30 p.m.), I took 2 Dulcolax tablets because my schedule has changed so much with it being the beginning of the new school year. My body has been adjusting, and I have not had a bowel movement in about 4-5 days, it was a huge mistake. At 3:00 a.m., I felt the urge to go to the restroom, and I did have the bowel movement, that was okay. Afterwards, I could not get off the toilet. I have been in pain from cramps, cold sweats, dizzy, and just horrible. I have been scared to eat anything, and now (Monday afternoon), I still feel sick. I had to take a half day from work and am experiencing extreme fatigue. I may have to call in tomorrow. I haven’t experienced this before with any medication. Very misleading. I pray that by tomorrow I will feel like myself again."

• unp...
• April 9, 2017

For Constipation "These tiny little pills definitely get the job done. I'm a 110 lb female, and the first time I took 3 tablets, I didn't experience any of the cramping and nausea that people are describing, but a good amount of waste elimination. The next time I took 2 tablets every few days until the 8 pack of tablets was gone. One of those days, I did get some sweating, cramping, and light-headedness, but for what looked like a pound of impacted waste that came out of me one day, it was well worth it. The waste was so impacted that I smelled myself. I feel much better now."

• Alf...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2021

For Constipation "WOW, I am laid here thanking my lucky stars that I’ve made it through the night - oh, and that my husband still looks at me the same way (love) because after that experience, I wouldn’t blame him if he found it hard to see me in the same shiny light again (ha, jokes aside). I took two of these little yellow pills around 10 pm last night - like most, constipation is a regular thing. And BANG, come 2 am, I had the worst cramps, I was struggling to walk, and the sweat was dripping off me with no energy to wipe it away. I had no choice to get my husband once the pain had subsided, as like most, I thought I would need to go to the hospital. This went on from 2 am to 8 am: cramps, sweats, throwing up. Be very careful when you take this product. You will be cleaned out, but at a price."

• Tan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 2, 2019

For Constipation "I was feeling very bloated, so I decided to take 2 Dulcolax. I took the tablets around 9 pm. I did put on some fake tan and went to bed. I woke up around 12 am with period-like cramps that kept getting worse. I started sweating like mad, which made my tan run down my face. I felt like going to the toilet, but nothing happened. I ended up lying face down on the cold, tiled floor as I was roasting and shaking and thought I was going to pass out. I couldn't call to my husband as I was in so much pain and felt like if I moved, I would throw up. I then felt like I needed the toilet badly and sat back up on the throne. I stayed there for the next 10-20 minutes. At this stage, I was naked with fake tan smeared all over the floor. I felt my insides were going to come out. The cramping eventually reduced, and I climbed into bed. I felt so weak after. Dulcolax definitely works, but I will never, ever use it again!!!"

• Rox...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 15, 2019

For Constipation "I was constipated for 3 days while in another country. Took Dulcolax to make my vacation more enjoyable. Unfortunately, I ended up in the hospital for 2 days. I had bloody stool, stomach cramping, and cold sweats, to the point I fainted 4 times in 30 minutes. I’ve taken natural laxatives before, but this one made me think I was going to die. After many tests, the hospital could not find anything wrong with me. I figure it was the laxative. It’s been 3 days since, and my stool is so bloody, I still have cramps when I eat very bland food. Please be careful before using this medicine."

• Gue...
• February 18, 2017

For Constipation "Took 2 pills at 2:30 a.m., by 7:30 a.m. I had awoken to the worst cramps of my life. I've suffered from mixed irritable bowel syndrome for virtually my whole life, and while I've experienced bad cramps before, this was a whole new level. I thought my wife was going to have to take me to the hospital. My symptoms were cold sweats, uncontrollable shaking, TERRIBLE cramps, nausea, feeling faint. I just wanted it to stop. They persisted for a good hour, until I was able to get some relief through passing stool. It does work, but for people like myself with IBS, it's not worth going through what I experienced for a decent BM. Will not use again."

• yal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 8, 2016

For Constipation "Y'all are tripping. I was freaking out after reading these reviews and I took 3, so I was expecting the worst. I had no cramps, no nausea, no sweating, no problems at all. The only thing that kinda sucked was it took longer than I expected, considering I took 3. I drank 2 bottles of water after I took them because I saw a few people recommend it, so that may be why I didn't have problems, idk. But the stuff works if you take it with a bunch of water."

• Nik...
• September 12, 2017

For Constipation "This pill is terrible, and after a myomectomy (surgical removal of fibroids from the uterus) procedure I took due to constipation. All I can say is that I took 3 pills around 2 pm. At 4 pm, I had severe cramping, sweats, dizziness, and nausea. I had terrible burning pains that lasted for hours. I eventually went around 6 pm, but it was only liquid. I also vomited and considered 911. After I almost passed out and vomited, I felt better, but it wasn't worth it. The doctor told me to take Colace. My stupidity! I'll stick to peppermint tea and probiotics, even yogurt, rather than take another laxative. I threw the pills away. It was just horrible, even drinking water made my cramps worse. I'm reading the reviews, and everyone's story was similar in symptoms."

• Don...
• September 19, 2016

For Constipation "I suffer from slow transit constipation and can go three weeks without a movement. Dulcolax is the only laxative I have found to work, but it's one hell of a ride. I've had two babies, and the pain caused by Dulcolax at times will rival labor. It's not always that bad, stomach cramps are a given as it's a stimulant laxative, but holy Jesus, the sweats, shakes, palpitations, and dizziness that can happen are an experience. 10/10 for effectiveness... Take a deep breath and remember in a few hours it will all be over."

• Dot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 11, 2019

For Constipation "Recently prescribed pain killer which causes constipation. Been drinking plenty of fluids and water. As a precaution to getting my pain killer dose bumped up (which would increase the constipation), I took one Dulcolax gel capsule to maintain my daily morning toilet visit. They say they are very gentle too. But I still became constipated due to the medication. I took two Dulcolax at 9 a.m., thinking they would be as gentle as the Dulcoease. I became very unwell after our evening meal. I started sweating and feeling uneasy. Then the cramping... I’ve had three children, and the cramps I experienced were as bad as having children. Horrendous. My first visit was futile, but five minutes later and much more intense cramps, I gave birth to the first of several motions and loose repeated visits. I was pale, sweating, and like others thought I’d be going to A&E. Never again Dulcolax. My family weren’t too impressed either and sprayed the house with air freshener. Totally embarrassing. I’ll continue with my water increase and, if necessary, the Dulcoease instead."

• nev...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 15, 2022

For Bowel Preparation "I had very mild constipation and took 1 Dulcolax - within 20 minutes I had severe nausea, dizziness, cold sweats, weak to the point of passing out, couldn't talk or move. Around 3 years ago, I had this exact same reaction to 1 Dulcolax but didn't realize at the time it was due to the Dulcolax. I remembered these exact same symptoms and how severe it was. It's definitely confirmed that this was from the Dulcolax. It took around 2 hours to eventually subside. I have never had a laxative affect me like this, but it's very scary - will never take Dulcolax again. And by the way, have never pooped, just got extremely sick to the point of passing out."

• Jen...
• August 5, 2016

For Constipation "Like everyone else is saying, it was the worst experience of my life taking this over-the-counter drug. I tend to have a medicine sensitivity, so I took one instead of the suggested adult dose, three tablets. Like everyone else here, I started getting horrible cramps within an hour, which was odd because knowing I was going to take this at 9 pm, I'd been drinking about 8 oz of water since 7 pm on the hour. Within an hour of this drug in my system, I began vomiting. And I was thankful for that because at least I was getting it out of my body. I vomited three times before midnight and went to bed queasy and sweaty. The next morning, I did have a normal bowel movement, but it was not worth the added vomiting. Where was this on the side effects!"

• No ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 18, 2017

For Constipation "Took one due to pregnancy constipation, and my God, I wish I would've read these reviews beforehand. I am in such pain. Took one at 4:30 pm, and severe cramping and pain by 8 pm. Cold sweats, dizziness, diarrhea, and so much pain from the severe cramping."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2015

For Constipation "This is a quick and effective laxative to relieve constipation, however, alternatives should be considered first. Magnesium syrup is always a good try, senna, speak to your pharmacist about the best things to take, they are always helpful. I only take 1 tablet, and it takes effect within a few hours, severe cramping, nausea, sweating, diarrhea, I have felt like I may pass out, but these effects only last about an hour for myself. Therefore, I think this should be kept for a last resort!"

• Cls...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 15, 2018

For Constipation "I cannot believe this product is available over the counter! I’d been having a few days without a bowel movement, which is very unusual for me. So I thought I’d try a laxative to get things moving... I took 1 pill at 10:30 pm and woke at 3 am with severe stomach cramps. I sat there for a while trying to go, but it took a good hour for any motion. I was sweating, felt sick, felt like my bowel was going to fall out, in excruciating pain, and felt I was going to need to call an ambulance. I eventually did have a bowel movement but am laying in bed an hour later still shaking from the pain and scared to sleep in case the cramps worsen again. It was one of the worst experiences of my life! Stay away!"

• Cpa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 10, 2019

For Constipation "Dulcolax really upsets my stomach. Major gas pains, and one pill gives me diarrhea for days. You're better off taking a stool softener. I’ve taken this for a prep for a colonoscopy before as well. The only reason why I took another one was because that was all I had. Both times I’ve had to take it at night, and it was a horrible sleep. I was sweaty and just felt so bad. This med is far from gentle."

• Not...
• December 29, 2016

For Constipation "I'd been constipated for a few days and decided to try Dulcolax to get some relief. I'd never tried a laxative before. I took 1 pill at 6:30 pm and made the mistake of reading these reviews afterward... I nervously waited for the worst. I began my BM at around 11 pm. Nothing bad to speak of... no terrible abdominal cramping, no sweating, no nausea, etc. Nothing, just a much softer and much-needed BM. I didn't even drink excessive water with it. I think the key is to only take 1 pill - especially if you've never used the medication before and aren't sure how you'll respond to it. I'd recommend... does the job!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2016

For Constipation "I was constipated for a few days, so I decided to give these a shot... never again. The most severe stomach cramps I've ever had in my life, and they lasted for two hours. Two hours of sweating profusely, lying on the bathroom floor, crying from the pain, considering how embarrassing an ER visit would be at 3 a.m. because of Dulcolax cramps. It's like period cramps, but a hundred times worse. When the medicine finally did its job, it produced staggered streams of hot lava for the remainder of the night. Needless to say, the intense pain wasn't worth the small, painful BM."

• Liz...
• May 28, 2019

For Constipation "So I took this on Sunday evening around 8 pm, woke up with pain around 2 am. The pain was like giving birth but worse, I had sweating and felt like I was going to die. I too also had to take off my clothes and lie on the cold tile in the bathroom. The nausea continued the whole next day, but I also was in a coma-like state. I literally slept the whole day. I felt like I was in and out of consciousness for 24+ hours. It helped with the constipation, but the price my body paid was a high one. Next time I will look for a softer, easier way."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 19, 2021

For Constipation "I was a little behind on my regular schedule of pooping. One morning, I woke up with mild pain in my abdomen, but I wanted it to go away. I live with my mom, who went to the store and bought this product. I took three tablets because they looked super tiny. It said to take 1-3, and I wanted fast relief, so I took three. After about an hour, I had my first bowel movement and was relieved. However, about another hour later, I was on the toilet again when I began to feel EXTREMELY nauseous. I stood up and threw up more than I thought was even possible. I then thought I just had a little stomach bug and went back to my room to lay down. Another hour later, the same thing happened again, and at this point, I am drenched in sweat but freezing cold. My heart was racing, and my back was on fire. This continued to happen for 8 hours. At one point, I was very much considering going to the hospital because I thought I was at risk of dying."

• Deb...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 4, 2019

For Constipation "Took Dulcolax before bed as I have had constipation for a few days. Woke up about 3 a.m. with bad cramps and awful gas. I had to sit on the loo for ages and still couldn't go, but had awful pains, felt sick, was sweating. Eventually, 30 minutes or so later, after cramps and the pain, I ended up with diarrhea and was physically sick, not just once, but a few times. I would never take this again, it is awful."

• Gen...
• June 6, 2017

For Constipation "I was having problems with some constipation. I chose Dulcolax because of the word 'GENTLE' on the box. Wrong! I took 1 tablet at night, and the next morning I was in agony! Severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, sweats... and finally, in the middle of all this, I managed to have a BM. It is now early evening, and I am still having cramps. I have been in bed all day (only get up to go to the bathroom). I will NEVER go for that 'gentle relief' again!"

• Ear...
• December 28, 2019

For Constipation "I took three last night at 9:30 pm and went to bed. I woke up at 2:00 am with the most intense, painful cramping I have ever experienced. I was also super gassy, and my tummy was bloated and felt hard. The pain lasted for two hours! I was expecting some cramping, but not to this extreme level. I tried to go #2, but nothing happened, so I went back to bed and was able to get back to sleep at around 4 am. I woke up at 6 am feeling the need to use the toilet, but also feeling nauseous. I threw up and felt so ill, again, no easy BM, just lots of discomfort and cold sweats. I woke up at 9 am and tried to use the toilet, again, not an easy BM, but I could feel I had to go! Finally, at about 11 am, I had diarrhea. I tried again at about 12 pm feeling the need to go, but nothing was coming out... again!! I feel so sluggish and tired, I still am somewhat plugged up, and my stomach is so sore. I will probably stick with Senokot or eat lots of prunes or high-fiber cereal from now on."

• Dom...
• May 18, 2015

For Constipation "So I took 3 pills because I was a dummy, but then I wanted to know how others felt about this product, so I read you need to drink loads of water. I ended up drinking about 10 glasses of water in the 2 hours before I went to bed. I woke up around 1ish having to go badly. Nothing really happened, I sat there sweating like a pig, dry heaving, and wanting to vomit. I had no stomach pains though (possibly from drinking all that water). Then around 4, I was back in the bathroom, and I didn't sweat, dry heave, or anything. It was diarrhea-like, but that I can handle. And I went again around 10:45 am, but now 3 hours later, I feel fine and perfectly cleaned out."