GENTLE LAXATIVE- bisacodyl tablet
WALGREEN CO.
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Active ingredient(s)
Bisacodyl 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant Laxative
Use(s)
- relieves occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
if you cannot swallow without chewing
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
- stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
When using this product
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- you may have stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
If pregnant or breast-feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over
| take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose |
children 6 to under 12 years of age | take 1 tablet in a single daily dose |
children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
Other information
- store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- avoid excessive humidity
- see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac, simethicone, silica, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
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NDC 0363-0327-12
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GENTLE
LAXATIVE TABLETS
ECONOMY SIZE
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg each
Gentle, Overnight Relief
Small...Easy-to-Swallow
TABLETS
100 TABLETS
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF CARTON IS OPENED OR IF A BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING
50844 REV0510N32712
Distributed by: Walgreen Co.,
200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, IL 60015-4616
WALGREEN CO.