Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative used to treat constipation and prepare the bowel for medical procedures.

Applications:

• Relieves occasional constipation.

• Used for bowel cleansing before colonoscopy or surgery.

Side Effects:

• Common: abdominal cramps, diarrhea, nausea.

• Serious (rare): electrolyte imbalance, dehydration with prolonged use.

Hyoscine/Scopolamine Hydrobromide is an anticholinergic used to prevent motion sickness and treat nausea.

Applications:

• Prevents motion sickness-related nausea and vomiting.

• Used for postoperative nausea and in palliative care to reduce secretions.

Side Effects:

• Common: dry mouth, drowsiness, blurred vision, and dizziness.

• Serious (rare): confusion, hallucinations, and urinary retention.

Dimenhydrinate is an antihistamine primarily used to prevent and treat motion sickness and nausea.

Applications:

• Prevents and relieves nausea, vomiting, and dizziness from motion sickness.

• Used for vertigo and inner ear disturbances like Ménière’s disease.

Side Effects:

• Common: drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, and blurred vision.

• Serious (rare): confusion (especially in elderly), fast heartbeat, and urinary retention.