1,509 reports of this reaction
3.7% of all BISACODYL reports
#1 most reported adverse reaction
CONSTIPATION is the #1 most commonly reported adverse reaction for BISACODYL, manufactured by Walgreen Company. There are 1,509 FDA adverse event reports linking BISACODYL to CONSTIPATION. This represents approximately 3.7% of all 40,452 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking BISACODYL who experience constipation should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
CONSTIPATION is moderately reported among BISACODYL users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.
In addition to constipation, the following adverse reactions have been reported for BISACODYL:
The following drugs have also been linked to constipation in FDA adverse event reports:
CONSTIPATION has been reported as an adverse event in 1,509 FDA reports for BISACODYL. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
CONSTIPATION accounts for approximately 3.7% of all adverse event reports for BISACODYL, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.
If you experience constipation while taking BISACODYL, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.