Label: CARTERS LITTLE PILLS SODIUM-FREE- bisacodyl tablet, delayed release

  • NDC Code(s): 10237-906-25, 10237-906-75
  • Packager: Church & Dwight Co., Inc.
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph not final

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  • Active ingredient (in each tablet)

    Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg


  • Purpose

    Stimulant laxative

  • Uses

    • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
    • this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
  • Warnings

    Do not use

    • in children under 6 years of age
    • if your can't swallow without chewing
    • for a period longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor
  • Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
    • a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over 2 weeks

    When using this product

    • do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
    • do not chew or crush tablets
    • you may have stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
    • you fail to have a bowel movement or have rectal bleeding. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • Keep out of reach of children.

    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

    Follow dosage below or use a directed by a doctor

    adults and children 12 years of age and over                                    1 to 3 tablets (usually 2) in a single daily dose

    children 6 to under 12 years of age                                                  1 tablet in a single daily dose

    children under 6 years of age                                                           consult a doctor

  • Other information

    • avoid excessive humidity
    • store at temperatures not above 86 degrees F (30 C)

    Questions or Comments:  1-800-926-5222 M-F from 9-5 ET

  • Inactive ingredients

    Croscarmellose Sodium, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose, Lactose, Magnesium Stearate, Methacrylic Acid Copolymer, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Talc, Triacetin, Triethyl Citrate, Zea mays (Corn) Starch


  • Principal Display

    Overnight Relief Guaranteed

    CARTERS

    LITTLE

    PILLS

    Carter's

    BISACODYL DELAYED-RELEASED TABLETS

    STIMULANT LAXATIVE

    Sodium-Free

    ENTERIC COATED 25 TABLETS

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    CARTERS LITTLE PILLS   SODIUM-FREE
    bisacodyl tablet, delayed release
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:10237-906
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    BISACODYL (UNII: 10X0709Y6I) (DEACETYLBISACODYL - UNII:R09078E41Y) BISACODYL5 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM (UNII: M28OL1HH48)  
    HYPROMELLOSE 2208 (100 MPA.S) (UNII: B1QE5P712K)  
    LACTOSE (UNII: J2B2A4N98G)  
    MAGNESIUM STEARATE (UNII: 70097M6I30)  
    METHACRYLIC ACID - METHYL METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER (1:1) (UNII: 74G4R6TH13)  
    CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE (UNII: OP1R32D61U)  
    STARCH, CORN (UNII: O8232NY3SJ)  
    TALC (UNII: 7SEV7J4R1U)  
    TRIETHYL CITRATE (UNII: 8Z96QXD6UM)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScoreno score
    ShapeROUNDSize6mm
    FlavorImprint Code C;5
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:10237-906-251 in 1 CARTON06/01/201111/14/2018
    125 in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:10237-906-753 in 1 CARTON06/01/201111/14/2018
    225 in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33406/01/2011
    Labeler - Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (001211952)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    Church & Dwight Canada Corp.253933600manufacture(10237-906)
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