A woman wearing blue medical scrubs has left TikTok users questioning her understanding of basic medication instructions after accidentally swallowing a rectal suppository she had purchased to treat constipation. The TikTok user, @Daisybug101, shared a video documenting her experience with Dulcolax suppositories.
In the video, she appeared to mistake the suppository's intended use, swallowing it rather than inserting it as directed. The mishap drew particular attention because she was wearing blue medical scrubs throughout the recording.
Woman Mistakes Dulcolax Suppository for Oral Medication
In the video, she explained that she had visited a doctor because of constipation and was advised to get Dulcolax. She described the medication as particularly strong before showing the suppository to the camera.
However, the situation took an unexpected turn when she appeared to swallow the suppository after examining it. She later reacted to how easily it went down, remarking that it was smoother than she had expected.
The mix-up was especially ironic given that she was wearing blue medical scrubs throughout the recording. In her caption, she admitted that she simply wanted to share how her brain sometimes processes things, adding that she now knew where the medication was supposed to go.
After the video went viral, she shared an update, saying she experienced a slight stomach ache, nausea and threw up twice, which she attributed to feeling nervous about the incident. She also noted that the suppository did not have the same effect after she swallowed it rather than using it as intended.
What Is a Dulcolax Suppository Supposed to Do?
Dulcolax contains bisacodyl, a stimulant laxative used to relieve occasional constipation. Its suppositories are designed for rectal use, where they stimulate the bowel to encourage a bowel movement, typically within 10 to 30 minutes.
Although both Dulcolax tablets and suppositories contain bisacodyl, they have different administration instructions. Tablets are swallowed, while suppositories must be inserted into the rectum and should never be taken orally.
Dulcolax suppositories are not intended to be swallowed. The product labelling warns that anyone who accidentally ingests one should seek medical assistance or contact a poison control service and anyone unsure about how to use a medication should check its packaging or consult a pharmacist.
TikTok Users Question the Woman's Medical Scrubs
TikTok users were quick to poke fun at the medication mishap, with some questioning whether her blue medical scrubs were simply decorative. Others wondered why she had not checked the medication instructions before swallowing the suppository.
Her choice of clothing added to the irony, as medical scrubs are commonly associated with healthcare professionals. The contrast between that image and her confusion over the medication became a major talking point, helping the video gain more than 1.6 million likes.
The contrast between her appearance and the confusion surrounding the medication became a major part of the online discussion. Daisybug101's own caption also showed that she was willing to laugh at the situation, using hashtags including #imsoblondeguysomg, #suppository and #gonewrongchallenge.
Beyond the humour, the incident highlights why checking a medication's formulation and administration instructions is important, even when different products carry the same brand name. A suppository might look unfamiliar to someone who has never used one, but checking the packaging before taking medication can prevent an embarrassing and potentially concerning mix-up.
