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Biolax 5mg Tablet, Pack of 1 Tablet
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Biolax 5mg Tablet is used to treat constipation. It may also be used to clean the intestines before a bowel surgery or examination. It contains Bisacodyl, which works by increasing intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. It speeds up stool movements by stimulating bowel muscles, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thus, it helps treat constipation. In some cases, it may cause certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

BISACODYL-5MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Biolax 5mg Tablet

Biolax 5mg Tablet is used to treat constipation. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful, and hard to pass. A constipated person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. Biolax 5mg Tablet may also be used to clean the intestines before a bowel surgery or examination.

Biolax 5mg Tablet contains 'Bisacodyl' that works by increasing intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. It speeds up stool movements by stimulating bowel muscles, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thus, Biolax 5mg Tablet helps treat constipation.

In some cases, Biolax 5mg Tablet may cause certain common side effects such as diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, consult a doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Biolax 5mg Tablet for more than five days as it might cause dependency on Biolax 5mg Tablet for a bowel movement. Consult your doctor before taking Biolax 5mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Biolax 5mg Tablet may cause dizziness, so drive if you are alert. Biolax 5mg Tablet should not be given to children unless prescribed by a child specialist. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions.

Uses of Biolax 5mg Tablet

Biolax 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Constipation. The detailed uses of Biolax 5mg Tablet are as follows:<br/>• Constipation Relief: Biolax 5mg Tablet is used to treat constipation by stimulating bowel muscles to induce bowel movements, providing fast relief from symptoms.<br/>• Bowel Preparation: Biolax 5mg Tablet helps to empty the bowels before medical procedures, such as colonoscopies, by stimulating bowel movements, ensuring clear visibility and accurate results during diagnostic tests.<br/>

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew the tablet/capsule.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper. Shake the pack well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

Biolax 5mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called 'stimulant laxatives' used to treat constipation. Biolax 5mg Tablet increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Biolax 5mg Tablet helps normalize bowel movements by increasing the intestinal movements. Biolax 5mg Tablet is also used to clean the intestines before any examinations or medical procedures.

How Biolax 5mg Tablet Works

Biolax 5mg Tablet contains 'Bisacodyl' that works by increasing intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. It speeds up stool movements by stimulating bowel muscles, softens the stools and makes it easier to pass. Thus, Biolax 5mg Tablet helps treat constipation.

Storage

Keep Biolax 5mg Tablet out of reach and sight of children.
Side effects of Biolax 5mg Tablet
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.

What if I have taken an overdose of Biolax 5mg Tablet

Extra dose of Biolax 5mg Tablet is unlikely to harm you. But do not take more than the recommended dose as you may experience stomach pain or diarrhoea if you take too much of Bisacodyl. These symptoms usually improve within a day or two. In case you are worried, consult your doctor for advice.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Biolax 5mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its contents. Talk to your doctor if there is no bowel movement or if you find rectal bleeding after taking Biolax 5mg Tablet. Do not take Biolax 5mg Tablet if you have severe dehydration, appendicitis, blockage in the intestine, blocked bowel, or inflammation of the bowel. Talk to your doctor before taking Biolax 5mg Tablet if you have liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking Biolax 5mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe you Biolax 5mg Tablet only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Biolax 5mg Tablet causes drowsiness, so drive if you are alert. Biolax 5mg Tablet should not be given to children below four years as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Biolax 5mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BisacodylSodium sulfate
Severe
BisacodylAzithromycin
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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BisacodylSodium sulfate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biolax 5mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Biolax 5mg Tablet with Sodium sulfate may raise the risk of ischemic colitis (an inflammatory condition caused by reduced blood flow to the colon due to narrowed or blocked blood vessels) or ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Biolax 5mg Tablet can be taken with Sodium sulfate only if prescribed by the doctor. Inform the doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms. Do not stop taking medications without a doctor's advice.
BisacodylAzithromycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Biolax 5mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Biolax 5mg Tablet and Azithromycin together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Biolax 5mg Tablet can be taken with Azithromycin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you develop sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or heart palpitations, weakness, tiredness, drowsiness, confusion, tingling, numbness, muscle pain, cramps, nausea, or vomiting. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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BISACODYL-5MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks

Drug-Food Interactions

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BISACODYL-5MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Common Foods to Avoid:
Coffee, Tea

How to manage the interaction:
Taking milk or dairy products along with Biolax 5mg Tablet may lead to an interaction. Avoid milk and dairy products. Take at least 1 hour before or after milk or dairy products.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try maintaining a balanced diet, which includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
  • Exercise regularly, and stay fit.
  • Get enough sleep.
  • Eat food rich in fiber such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flaxseed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs), and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).
  • Trying making time to empty your bowels whenever the body tells you to.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

Biolax 5mg Tablet Substitute

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking Biolax 5mg Tablet. Alcohol intake, along Biolax 5mg Tablet may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Biolax 5mg Tablet if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe you Biolax 5mg Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known whether Biolax 5mg Tablet passes into the mother’s milk. Please consult your doctor before taking Biolax 5mg Tablet if you are breast-feeding, your doctor will prescribe you Biolax 5mg Tablet if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Biolax 5mg Tablet may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with severe kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Biolax 5mg Tablet should not be used by children below 4 years.

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FAQs

Biolax 5mg Tablet belongs to the group of medications called &#039;stimulant laxatives&#039; used to treat constipation.

Biolax 5mg Tablet increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Biolax 5mg Tablet helps in normalizing the bowel movement by increasing the intestinal movements.

Biolax 5mg Tablet causes dizziness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Biolax 5mg Tablet. 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.

Do not take Biolax 5mg Tablet for more than 5 days as it might lead to dependency on Biolax 5mg Tablet for a bowel movement. Taking Biolax 5mg Tablet 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 Biolax 5mg Tablet for five days, consult your doctor.

Biolax 5mg Tablet can be taken with antacids if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 1 hour between Biolax 5mg Tablet and antacids (pantoprazole).Â

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India
Other Info - BI51608

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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:34 AM IST

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Reference

  1. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.10198.pdf
  2. https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/bisacodyl/
  3. https://www.drugs.com/cdi/bisacodyl-tablets.html

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