Productname BISACODYL
CAS No. 603-50-9
Molecular Structure
EINECS:210-044-4
Molecular Formula:C22H19NO4
Synonyms:alpha-(2-pyridyl)benzhydryl-4,4-diyldi(acetate)
Appearance:white to off-white crystallinepowder

Bisacodyl(INN) is an organic compound that is used as a stimulant laxative drug. Itworks directly on the colon to produce a bowel movement. It is typicallyprescribed for relief of constipation and for the management of neurogenicbowel dysfunction as well as part of bowel preparation before medicalexaminations, such as for a colonoscopy.