Hi Well come to HCM Thank for asking Your query being appreciated, Dulcolax should always be avoided if it is not the constipation due to any intestinal illness, if you did not pass the stool for a day or couple of day then it is okay such condition may not need any laxative or purgative, but drink more water and have more fiber containing diet, now what ever the symptoms you have it will be alright just be patience, have light diet, no spicy or heavy meal, everything will be fine soon hope this information helps.