How does Gerbisa Suppositories work?

Gerbisa Suppositories works by increasing the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage.

Does Gerbisa Suppositories cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Gerbisa Suppositories. Drink fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Is it safe to take Gerbisa Suppositories for longer durations?

Do not use Gerbisa Suppositories for more than a week as it might lead to dependency on Gerbisa Suppositories for bowel movement. If your bowel movement is irregular even after using Gerbisa Suppositories for a week, consult your doctor.

I have anal fissures. Can I use Gerbisa Suppositories?

Gerbisa Suppositories should be used with caution in people with anal fissures, inflammatory bowel disease, and ulcerated haemorrhoids (piles). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Can I take other medicines with Gerbisa Suppositories?

The effectiveness of other medicines might be reduced if taken along with Gerbisa Suppositories. Therefore, maintain a gap of 2 hours between Gerbisa Suppositories and other medicines. However, you are advised to consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Gerbisa Suppositories.

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Therapeutic Class

LAXATIVES

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Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

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Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:45 AM IST

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BisacodylSodium sulfate

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BisacodylAzithromycin

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BisacodylSodium sulfate

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How does the drug interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
Co-administration of Gerbisa Suppositories 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, Gerbisa Suppositories 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

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How does the drug interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
Co-administration of Gerbisa Suppositories and Azithromycin together can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction, Gerbisa Suppositories 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.

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BISACODYL-10MGCrohn disease [regional enteritis]

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BISACODYL-10MGParalytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia

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BISACODYL-10MGCrohn disease [regional enteritis]

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How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
laxatives use is contraindicated in patients with diagnosis as inflammatory bowel disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Gerbisa Suppositories is contraindicated in patients with inflammatory bowel disease as it may cause colonic perforation.

BISACODYL-10MGParalytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia

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How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
Gerbisa Suppositories use is contraindicated in patients diagnosed with intestinal obstruction

How to manage the interaction:
Gerbisa Suppositories is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction disorders.

BISACODYL-10MGAbdominal and pelvic pain

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How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
ACUTE SURGICAL ABDOMEN

How to manage the interaction:
It is contraindicated in patients with or who may have acute surgical abdomen.

BISACODYL-10MGOther diseases of anus and rectum

Severe

How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
RECTAL BLEEDING

How to manage the interaction:
Gerbisa Suppositories is contraindicated in patients with anal or rectal fissures as it may cause irritation, burning sensation, and proctitis (inflammation of the lining of the rectum).

BISACODYL-10MGUnspecified appendicitis

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How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
The use of Gerbisa Suppositories is contraindicated in patients diagnosed with who have appendicitis

How to manage the interaction:
It is contraindicated in patients with or who may have appendicitis.

BISACODYL-10MGFissure and fistula of anal and rectal regions

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How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
Gerbisa Suppositories are contraindicated in patients with anal or rectal fissures. These preparations can cause irritation, burning and proctitis

How to manage the interaction:
It is contraindicated in patients with anal or rectal fissures as it may cause irritation, burning sensation, and proctitis (inflammation of the lining of the rectum).

BISACODYL-10MGParalytic ileus and intestinal obstruction without hernia

Severe

How does the disease interact with Gerbisa Suppositories:
INTESTINAL OBSTRUCTION DISORDER

How to manage the interaction:
It is contraindicated in patients with intestinal obstruction disorders.

Drug Warnings

Do not use Gerbisa Suppositories if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have an intestinal obstruction, severe dehydration, acute abdominal conditions requiring surgery or in conditions where the diagnosis is uncertain. Inform your doctor if you have a bowel obstruction, inflammatory bowel disease, anal fissures, piles, or rectal bleeding. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gerbisa Suppositories should be used in children only if advised by the doctor. Notify your doctor if you have nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, or a sudden change in bowel movement lasting for more than 2 weeks.

Side Effects of Gerbisa Suppositories

Diarrhoea
Abdominal pain/cramps
Rectal inflammation or irritation

Directions for Use

Suppository: Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to the chest. Remove the wrapper and insert the pointed end of the suppository into the rectum. Wash your hands thoroughly after use.Enema: Shake the bottle well and remove the protective shield from the tip. Lie down on your left side and raise your right knee to the chest or kneel and lean forward so that the head and chest are resting comfortably. Insert the enema bottle into the rectum with the tip pointing towards the navel. Squeeze the bottle gently until it is empty. Remove the bottle from the rectum and wash your hands thoroughly.

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Medicinal Benefits

Gerbisa Suppositories belongs to the group of medicines called as stimulant laxatives used to treat constipation. Gerbisa Suppositories increases the intestinal movements, thereby facilitating stool passage. Gerbisa Suppositories may also be used under medical supervision to empty the bowels prior to surgery, certain medical procedures, pre-or post-operative treatments, and in conditions which require defecation to be facilitated.

Uses of Gerbisa Suppositories

Constipation

About Gerbisa Suppositories

Gerbisa Suppositories belongs to the group of medicines called stimulant laxatives used to treat occasional constipation. It may also be used to empty the bowels prior to surgery or certain medical procedures. Constipation refers to infrequent bowel movements. In this condition, the stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass.

Gerbisa Suppositories contains 'Bisacodyl' that increases the activity of the intestines, which facilitates a bowel movement. Thereby, Gerbisa Suppositories helps treat constipation.

In some cases, Gerbisa Suppositories may cause side effects such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain/cramps, rectal inflammation or irritation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not use Gerbisa Suppositories for more than a week as it might cause dependency on Gerbisa Suppositories for bowel movement. Consult your doctor before using Gerbisa Suppositories if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Gerbisa Suppositories should not be used in children unless prescribed by a child specialist. Avoid using other stool softeners or laxatives unless advised by the doctor.