You are caring for a patient with constipation who has been prescribed bisacodyl (Dulcolax) for the management of this condition
You are providing teaching related to this medication and properly instruct the patient to follow which of the following guidelines when taking this medication?
A) Drink 8 ounces of water before and after taking the medication.
B) Swallow the tablets without crushing or chewing.
C) Take the medication with milk to avoid stomach upset.
D) Avoid taking with meals due to impairment of fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Ans: B
Feedback: Bisacodyl tablets should be swallowed, not crushed or chewed. Milk or antacids should be avoided within 1 hour of taking the medication, because the enteric coating may dissolve prematurely. Eight ounces of water should be consumed before and after the administration of psyllium hydrophilic mucilloid (Metamucil). Mineral oil should not be taken with meals due to the impairment of fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
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