Gerbisa Suppositories is 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.

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.

• Diarrhoea
• Abdominal pain/cramps
• Rectal inflammation or irritation

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.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Gerbisa Suppositories may interact with diuretics (hydrochlorothiazide), corticosteroids (hydrocortisone, prednisone), and cardiac glycosides (digoxin). 

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have an intestinal obstruction, severe dehydration, acute abdominal conditions requiring surgery or in conditions where the diagnosis is uncertain, and appendicitis.

• HYDROCHLOROTHIAZIDE
• HYDROCORTISONE
• PREDNISONE
• DIGOXIN

• Try maintaining a balanced diet which includes fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Stay hydrated, drink enough water and fluids.
• Exercise regularly and stay fit.
• Get enough sleep.
• Try to make time to empty your bowels whenever your body tells you to.
• Eat food rich in fibre such as whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, flax seed, nuts, beans, lentils, fruits (berries, apples, oranges, bananas, pears, figs) and vegetables (broccoli, spinach, sweet potatoes, avocados).

Constipation: It refers to infrequent bowel movements in which the stools are often dry, painful and hard to pass. Constipation is a condition in which the person has fewer than three bowel movements in a week. However, bowel patterns may vary from person to person. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, and feeling as if the bowel movement is incomplete. Constipation occurs when the normal muscle contractions in the large intestine slow down which causes the incomplete elimination of the bowel from the body. Constipation could be associated with a sudden change of diet, a diet with less fibre, not drinking enough liquids, and lack of exercise.