Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl USP 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant Laxative
Uses
- for temporary relief of 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
- 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)
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
- you may have stomach discomfort, faintness and 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,
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- take with a glass of water
Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 to 3 tablets 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: ask a doctor
Other information
- store between 68º to 77ºF (20º to 25ºC)
- do not use if blister unit is broken or torn
Inactive ingredients
acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, propylparaben, propylene glycol, povidone, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate