Bisacodyl and Upset Stomach: What Users Say (Page 5)

• Kit...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2019

Bisacodyl for Constipation "In the past, I used this medication bisacodyl (Dulcolax) once or twice because it somewhat worked. Today, I decided to use it because I had constipation. I experienced the worst stomach cramps and projectile vomited a lot! I woke up at 3 am thinking I needed to go to the ER, but then I read the reviews and realized I was not the first person to experience these effects. Don’t buy this medication! Trust me, you’ll regret it!"

• Don...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 18, 2015

Bisacodyl for Constipation "The medication was very effective, however, the excruciating pain I experienced while taking the medication was not a fun experience. I took two tablets at 9:00 a.m. Two hours passed, and I didn't feel anything. Then it hit just about noon, and I started getting terrible stomach cramps. If you are a first-time user, take one."

• Exh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2019

Bisacodyl for Constipation "It certainly does the job, but don't take it if you plan on being productive the next day. I took one pill at 2 pm and had a pretty regular bowel movement around 6 am the next morning. I thought it was over, but like clockwork at the 24-hour mark, I was doubled over on the toilet with stomach cramps and diarrhea. It took care of my constipation, but those cramps do not play around."

• Tra...
• April 18, 2017

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Due to a bacteria that caused traveler diarrhea for like two weeks, I had to take very strong antibiotics to get rid of it. Unfortunately, I then couldn't go to the toilet anymore for four days. On the fifth day, I took one pill at 4 pm, woke up at 4 am in the morning with really painful stomach cramps, but couldn't go to the toilet. At around 8 am, the pain was almost unbearable, and I felt sick and didn't know if I had to vomit while I was sitting on the toilet. Worked eventually, but only 16 hours later with a lot of pain in the hours beforehand. It does its job, but you have to accept the pain that comes with it."

• Rac...
• April 4, 2015

Bisacodyl for Constipation "So I have struggled with constipation since I was 14. I'm 17 now. When I was 14, I was given laxatives from my doctor, but they were disgusting, so I couldn't drink. Over the years, I suffered in silence. I was too embarrassed to tell anyone. This week, I tried Dulcolax. I bought it from Asda, and in the first night, I took 1. Nothing all night, but during the day, I had stomach cramps (mild). Finally, I had a small stool. It was painful like usual, but not as much. Last night, I took another, and I passed a larger stool. I'm a bit worried from reading bad reviews, so I don't want to push to two pills, so I'm going to stick to one tonight, and hopefully, I get back to a good rhythm. It's worked so far, though, so I recommend!"

• Tat...
• April 18, 2017

Bisacodyl for Constipation "My husband got this for me since I haven't been pooping that well lately. He told me it was better than any others because you don't get stomach cramps. WRONG. I took 2 a couple of hours ago, and now my stomach is in the worst pain ever. Thankfully, I have had a BM, but I don't think I will ever take Dulcolax again because of the severe pain."

• Moe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 16, 2018

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Omg, I will never take this drug again. Like the other people here who stated it caused nausea, stomach cramping, and so on, yep, I had the same side effects as well. I took one yesterday around 4 pm, and it kicked in about an hour later. Today it's 10 am, and I am still getting the abdominal pain occasionally. Yes, it definitely does the job, but the side effects are downright horrible! I had the chills, worst stomach/back pain ever, nausea, fatigue, and generally overall feeling like crap. Thank goodness I didn't have to work today. If you have a sensitive stomach, do not take this!"

• Doo...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 30, 2015

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I suffer with IBS/lazy bowel, having not had a BM in 7 days, so I resorted to buying Dulcolax as a last resort after trying countless different laxatives, dietary changes, and suppositories, basically at my wit's end, desperate for some relief. I can honestly say I would've rather stayed constipated! I have never been so ill in all my life, even food poisoning and stomach flu would be a welcome experience in comparison to the effects of this medication. I only took 1 tablet at 1:30 pm (glad I didn't take the 'recommended dose'), come after 3 pm, I experienced terrible nausea, vomiting, dizziness, weakness, muscle cramping, excruciating stomach cramps and pains, generally feeling like I was about to die. I kid you not, after many hours of failed attempts..."

• Mis...
• February 2, 2016

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I have been battling constipation for a week now and had finally given in and bought Dulcolax laxative tablets (worst mistake ever). I took one tablet at 9 pm, woke up in a cold sweat at 2 am, and experienced stomach cramps (with the urge to go but couldn't) and horrendous vomiting. Finally settled back into bed around 3:30 am. I am now up again at 8 am, back in the bathroom with the worst case of diarrhea and stomach cramps. Product is somewhat effective but plan to take it on a Friday night with no other weekend plans!"

• Gir...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 18, 2018

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I took 3 tablets about 12:00 a.m. in the morning, and nothing happened until about 5:00 p.m. that evening when my stomach started cramping. It did clean me out, but the next day I’m not feeling so good, and later that evening the stomach cramps came back. I don’t ever want to take this medicine again."

• Cva...
• July 27, 2018

Bisacodyl for Bowel Preparation "After experiencing a crazy amount of lower abdomen pain, went in to the doctor. He gave me a request for an X-ray, and the X-ray showed lots of stool. I took 1 pill of Dulcolax for women at 6 pm, starting to work (by working I mean stomach cramps, nausea, sweats) about two hours after I took it. Spent the majority of the night in the bathroom just to have one BM, and now the morning after, my guts are still rolling."

• Ann...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 24, 2016

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Very effective in stimulating a BM. However, this medicine can cause bad stomach cramps, bloating, and nausea. I'm used to this as I have had constipation my whole life, so I take laxatives a lot. However, I would only take this if more natural methods of relieving constipation aren't working. Definitely do not take this medicine if you are out or working the next day! You won't feel well."

• Mel...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 7, 2018

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Well, I’ve had really bad, painful constipation for days now. I was able to go a little, but I hate to admit I mostly pushed (which I know you're not supposed to do, but I was desperate!). Anyway, I got my fiancé to go get the Dulcolax pink. Took it in the afternoon, and nothing happened. Figured it wouldn’t work. I read all the reviews and was horrified, thought I was going to die with these terrible cramps that people said would come my way. Woke up a couple of times through the night with light cramps, but nothing. Got up at 8:30 a.m. because holy moly, I gotta poop. Cramps were there and wow! Helped me out so much like you wouldn’t believe. Yes, my stomach is sore and I’m nauseous, but the cramps really aren’t bad at all. This drug is different for everyone, but I do recommend it. Drink lots and lots of water after taking it! I saw a review saying you won’t get the bad cramps if you drink like 10 glasses of water, so I did, and I’m fine!"

• Per...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2022

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I took Dulcolax for the first time for constipation. Due to my constipation being so severe, I took 2 and then read the reviews…. I was absolutely horrified and very, very scared! Lucky my experience was completely fine. Some stomach cramping, but nothing in comparison to the pain felt by the constipation. I took mine around 14:00, and they worked at about 08:00 the next morning. No problems or concerns, just keep hydrated."

• LMA...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 23, 2018

Bisacodyl for Constipation "This laxative is a bad joke. You know with a laxative a few hours after taking it you get those weird rumbles in your belly, then you painlessly poop. Okay, that’s a normal one. This Dulcolax is not like this. It gives the worst stomach cramps ever. Like I’m comparing them to after C-section pain. I was throwing up in pain as well. Extreme nausea. Then when they do work, it’s a dry poop, so yes, it’s painful. I honestly will never take these again, I don’t care if I haven’t pooped in weeks. I will take that nasty milk of mag, or simply detox."

• DO...
• September 30, 2017

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I took only 1 pill around 3 pm due to severe constipation and hard stools caused by pain medications I was on last week. I was fine until around 8 pm when I suddenly started having severe stomach cramps. I continued to have these and finally passed some hard stools around 9:30 pm, but still am severely bloated with intense stomach pains. It is now nearly 10 pm and I am stuck on the toilet with severe stomach pains and hoping to pass more stool as I can see the bloated area moving through my stomach. Do not take this medicine, the pain is not worth it! I am hoping the pains will pass soon, but very scared by other reviews I read of nausea and vomiting."

• Dar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2013

For Constipation "I have chronic constipation because I don't drink enough water and medications I take too. I took another laxative and nothing happened, so I got the bisacodyl pills. I'd taken them years earlier, and they were effective. Well, I took 3 at around 3 pm, and my kids wanted to see a movie at 7:30 pm. My stomach cramped mildly during the movie, and when I went to the restroom, it was ever so small and hard. Thought I was in the clear 'til I drank a lot of fluid towards the end of the movie and, to my horror, had an accident while driving home... there was no holding it back. Went home and changed, thinking it was over, and I felt fine. Had to run to Walmart right by my house for a few things I desperately needed, and déjà vu. Never in my life......"

• B D...
• August 14, 2019

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I suffer from occasional constipation and usually never take anything for it. I just chug lots of water and eat tons of fiber until I poop. Well, I woke up at 3 AM with a bad stomach ache and went to the bathroom and couldn’t go. So I took 30 mL of the Dulcolax cherry liquid. By 6 AM I had a bowel motion followed by explosive diarrhea. This continued the whole morning into early afternoon. I was expecting it, after all, it is a laxative, so I knew what I was getting myself into. It did the job, a lot came out. As far as side effects, my stomach was making weird noises throughout the morning, but I think that was just because I was starving, lol, no real cramps that I can report. Drink plenty of fluids after, and don’t make any plans for the day. It does as advertised, and I’m all emptied out."

• luv...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 29, 2019

Bisacodyl for Constipation "It works, but it gave me a horrible stomach ache and made me very nauseous. And yes, I did follow the instructions and drank plenty of fluids with this medicine. I didn't have cramps when I had to go, but I had a really bad stomach ache all night that made it hard to sleep. I use it to combat constipation from one of my medications."

• Lil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 27, 2016

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Took two tablets before bed and was up from 4:30 a.m. with the worst stomach cramps. An hour later, I passed what I needed to in three sessions. The cramps continued for another hour, but they did work well. Will never take two again, though."

• Swe...
• July 18, 2019

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Took 2 Dulcolax at 7 pm and at 5 pm the next day - nothing. I even took Miralax after that. I took 2 more (pink) Dulcolax at 6 pm and so far nothing. Why isn’t it working? I know I’m bound up because my stomach hurts when touched. I used the brown Dulcolax before the pink and it took really long to work."

• Mar...
• December 14, 2017

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Took before bed after 3 days with no substantial poo, at 4:30 am, I awoke with a painful stomach and urge to poo. It certainly did the job clearing up my constipation, but also made me feel like absolute rubbish the following day. Queasy stomach for hours, headache, and that lovely feeling you get when you know you're about to vomit. Had to leave work before lunch because I felt that rough. I've only had 3 days off sick in over 3 years, so you know it's bad if I'm not working. The moral of the story is to never ever take this stuff. Constipation is far better than this experience."

• Get...
• March 7, 2021

Bisacodyl for Constipation "I experienced 0 side effects with this medication. I took 1 tablet around 11 AM yesterday, and it kicked in the next morning (almost 24 hours later). I ate normally, and besides a small amount of cramping and tummy gurgling, could hardly tell I’d even taken it. I considered taking another one if I didn’t get a BM by the next morning; glad I didn’t! 1 tablet did the trick for me, but everyone is different (I’m a 5’11, 140-pound female). I have used this medication a handful of times in the past and have never had a bad experience. It’s very strong and will definitely work within 24-48 hours. I recommend drinking plenty of water with this medication, and try not to have an empty stomach. I imagine this is what makes the cramps so much worse. If worried about cramps, pop 2-3 Advil with this medication. Just take it slow and don’t overdo your first dose; wait 24 hours at least to take more if you don’t get a BM. This is a strong medication and works as promised."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2021

Bisacodyl for Constipation "Definitely gets things moving if constipated. Only take one pill to start. It says 1 or 2. But the stomach pains of taking 2 are intense. I actually thought I would faint. I took 2 before bed to relieve a week-long constipation. Woke up at 2 am with intense nausea and cramping. Tried to go to the bathroom and couldn't go. Spent an hour in the bathroom feeling sweaty and faint. Finally, I went and was cleared out, but spent all of the next day with an upset stomach. The second time I took it, I only took one pill. Much better, no intense side effects, but I did have a nauseated stomach for the rest of the day. Definitely clears you out though, but I think I'll stick to Ex-Lax next time."

• Til...
• July 21, 2014

For Constipation "Been constipated for about 4/5 days, usual feeling bloated, tired, so I decided to try Dulcolax. Took 2 at 22:30, woke at 08:00 wanting to vomit. After another half an hour, had the most excruciating abdominal pain, really felt like ripping rather than cramps. So bad, I was unable to stand with the pain, which was just as well as I was so hot/cold, sweaty, I almost fainted, could feel my blood pressure dropping. But to be fair, when I went to the loo, it certainly worked. I've had three children, I know pain! I still feel nauseous and have bearable stomach cramps. If I were to take it again, I would probably only have 1 tablet."