SENNA-S LAXATIVE- docusate sodium, sennosides tablet, coated
New World Imports, Inc.
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredients (in each tablet)
Docusate Sodium 50 mg
Sennosides 8.6 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Stimulant laxative
Uses
- relief of occasional constipation (irregularity).
- generally causes bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours.
Warnings
Do not use if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor or laxative products for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks
Stop Use
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after the use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care 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
- taken preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor
Age
| Starting Dose
| Maximum Dosage
|
adults and children 12 years of age and older | 2 tablets once a day
| 4 tablets twice a day |
children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 tablet once a day
| 2 tablets twice a day
|
children 2 to 6 years of age | 1/2 tablet once a day
| 1 tablet twice a day |
children under 2 years | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Other information
- each tablet contains: sodium 6 mg/tablet LOW SODIUM
- each tablet contains: calcium 20 mg/tablet
- store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F),in well closed containers
- do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing
- *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Purdue Pharma L.P., owner of the registered trademark Senokot S.
Inactive ingredients
carnauba wax, croscarmellose sodium, DandC Yellow 10 Aluminum Lake, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, FDandC Blue 2 Aluminum Lake*, FDandC Red 40 Aluminum Lake*, FDandC Yellow 6 Aluminum Lake, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin*, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl alcohol*, purified water*, silicon dioxide, sodium benzoate, stearic acid, talc*, and titanium dioxide *may also contain
New World Imports, Inc.