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THE MEDICINE SHOPPE GENTLE LAXATIVE
(bisacodyl)
tablet
[The Medicine Shoppe International]
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| HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL | OTC monograph not final |
Use(s)
- for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
When using this product
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
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
- each tablet contains: sodium less than 0.5mg
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- protect from excessive humidity
- TAMPER EVIDENT: Blister packaged for your protection. Do not use if individual seals are broken
Inactive ingredients
acacia, anhydrous calcium sulfate, anhydrous lactose, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, gelatin, iron oxide, iron oxide black, iron oxide yellow, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol (PEG) 400, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, shellac, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sugar, talc, titanium dioxide.
Principal Display Panel
The Medicine Shoppe
Gentle Laxative
Overnight Relief of Constipation and Irregularity
*Compare to the active ingredient of Dulcolax®
LAXATIVE
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
25 Coated Tablets
CIN 1796986
Distributed By:
The Medicine Shoppe International, Inc.
Earth City MO 63045
www.medicineshoppe.com
A Cardinal Health Company
Questions? 1-800-325-1397
| THE MEDICINE SHOPPE GENTLE LAXATIVE
bisacodyl tablet |
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| Labeler - The Medicine Shoppe International (071997654) |
