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BISACODYL

Bisacodyl

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 constipation and for the management of neurogenic bowel dysfunction as well as part of bowel preparation before medical examinations, such as for a colonoscopy.

IUPACName
(pyridin-2-ylmethanediyl)dibenzene-4,1-diyl diacetate OR 4,4'-(pyridin-2-ylmethylene)bis(4,1-phenylene) diacetate
CASNumber
603-50-9
MolecularFormula
C22H19NO4
Synonyms
laco;Bicol;LA96A;ivilax;Laxans;laxine;neolax;zetrax;deficol;durolax
Application
Laxative
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