Bisacodyl vs Linaclotide
Compare Bisacodyl and Linaclotide side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.
| Bisacodyl | Linaclotide | |
|---|---|---|
| Drug class | Stimulant Laxative | Guanylate Cyclase-C Agonist |
| Used to treat | Constipation | Constipation, Irritable bowel syndrome |
| Generic price | From $0.044 each, about $1.32 for 30 (5 mg tablet (EC)); other forms from $0.32 per item (10 mg suppository) | No generic price listed |
| Brand price | No brand price listed | Linzess: from $9.01 each, about $270 for 30 (72 mcg capsule) |
| Generic savings | Not listed | Not listed |