Label: DOLLAR GENERAL GENTLE LAXATIVE- bisacodyl suppository

  • NDC Code(s): 55910-457-04, 55910-457-08
  • Packager: Dolgencorp, LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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Updated December 18, 2024

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  • Active ingredient

    Bisacodyl USP, 10 mg


  • Purpose

    Stimulant Laxative

  • Uses

    • For relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
    • -This product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

  • Warnings

    For rectal use only.

  • ASK DOCTOR

    • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
    • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of two weeks

  • When using this product

    May cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal burning, and mild cramps

  • STOP USE

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have bowel movement after using a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition
    • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
  • PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING

    If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

  • Keep out of reach of children

    If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

  • Directions

    Adults and children 12 years of age and older                           Children 6 to under 12 years                     Children under 6

    One suppository once daily                                                        1/2 suppository once daily                        Ask doctor.

    -Detach one suppository from the strip and remove from foil - Carefully insert one suppositry well into the rectum

    -Do not use more than once per day

  • Other Information

    •  do not store above 30°C (86°F)
  • Inactive Ingredients

    hydrogenated vegetable oil

  • PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    DOLLAR GENERAL GENTLE LAXATIVE 
    bisacodyl suppository
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:55910-457
    Route of AdministrationRECTAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    BISACODYL (UNII: 10X0709Y6I) (DEACETYLBISACODYL - UNII:R09078E41Y) BISACODYL10 mg  in 2000 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    FAT, HARD (UNII: 8334LX7S21)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorwhiteScore    
    ShapeBULLETSize34mm
    FlavorImprint Code
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:55910-457-044 in 1 CARTON03/31/2021
    140 mg in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:55910-457-088 in 1 CARTON03/31/2021
    240 mg in 1 BLISTER PACK; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00703/31/2021
    Labeler - Dolgencorp, LLC (068331990)
    Registrant - Reese Pharmaceutical Co (004172052)
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