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  2. Bisacodyl - Wikipedia

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    Bisacodyl is an organic compound that is used as a stimulant laxative drug. It works directly on the colon to produce a bowel movement. It is typically prescribed for relief of episodic and chronic constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction , as well as part of bowel preparation before medical examinations, such as for ...

  3. Rectal administration - Wikipedia

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    A suppository, a solid drug delivery system inserted into the rectum, where it dissolves or melts to exert local or systemic effects. A micro-enema, a small amount (usually less than 10 millilitres) of a liquid-drug solution injected into the rectum.

  4. Intrathecal administration - Wikipedia

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    Intrathecal administration is a route of administration for drugs via an injection into the spinal canal, or into the subarachnoid space so that it reaches the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). It is useful in several applications, such as for spinal anesthesia, chemotherapy, or pain management. This route is also used to introduce drugs that fight ...

  5. How to Make Yourself Poop When You Need Fast ... - AOL

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    2. Try a laxative. An osmotic (better known as a laxative) is a type of medication that draws water into your bowel to unblock you. Polyethylene glycol and bisacodyl are popular options.Again ...

  6. Enema - Wikipedia

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    Rectal bulb syringe to administer smaller enemas. An enema, also known as a clyster, is an injection of fluid into the lower bowel by way of the rectum. [1] The word enema can also refer to the liquid injected, [2] [3] as well as to a device for administering such an injection.

  7. A patient died after a Florida doctor prescribed the wrong ...

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    The ALF asked Agens to prescribe the laxative Bisacodyl on Feb. 22, 2022. Two days later, Agens, “electronically signed the physician order fax sheet for Bisacodyl, however [Agens] chose the ...

  8. List of abbreviations used in medical prescriptions - Wikipedia

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    give of such doses DTO deodorized tincture of opium can easily be confused with "diluted tincture of opium," which is 1/25th the strength of deodorized tincture of opium; deaths have resulted due to massive morphine overdose. [9] Compare laudanum and paregoric. DW distilled water [or] dextrose in water (intravenous sugar solution) elix.

  9. Laxative - Wikipedia

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    Glycerin suppositories used as laxatives. Laxatives, purgatives, or aperients are substances that loosen stools [1] and increase bowel movements. They are used to treat and prevent constipation. Laxatives vary as to how they work and the side effects they may have.