Bisacodyl is used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Bisacodyl is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It works by increasing activity of the intestines to cause a bowel movement. Its therapeutic use is listed as gastrointestinal agents and laxatives. The directory classifies it as a commercial API with a synthetic source/manufacturing origin. Other names for this substance include Theralax, Bisacodylum, Brocalax and Dulcolan. Its PubChem CID is 2391.
Bisacodyl
| CAS No | 603-50-9 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C22H19NO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 361.4 g/mol |
| Synonyms | [4-[(4-acetyloxyphenyl)-pyridin-2-ylmethyl]phenyl] acetate |
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Bisacodyl is used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Bisacodyl is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives.
The listed CAS number is 603-50-9.
The listed molecular formula is C22H19NO4.
The listed molecular weight is 361.4 g/mol.
[4-[(4-acetyloxyphenyl)-pyridin-2-ylmethyl]phenyl] acetate.
The source lists Theralax, Bisacodylum, Brocalax and Dulcolan.