Active Ingredients (in each suppository)

Bisacodyl USP, 10 mg

Purpose

Stimulant Laxative

Uses

• relieves occasional constipation
• this product generally produces a bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

Warnings

For rectal use only.

Do not use

• when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present

Ask a doctor before use if you have

a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks

When using this product

you may experience

• rectal burning
• mild cramps
• abdominal discomfort
• faintness

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• rectal bleeding occurs
• you fail to have a bowel movement after using a laxative. These may be signs of a serious condition.
• you need to use a laxative for more than one week

If pregnant or breast-feeding

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

• tear off one suppository from the strip
• tear and peel the wrapper in a downward motion
• continue tearing downward to almost the full length of the suppository (see illustration at the right)
• gently remove the suppository from the wrapper
• lie on your side and push suppository, with pointed end first, high into the rectum so it will not slip out
• retain it for 15 to 20 minutes
• do not exceed recommended dose
• if suppository seems soft, place in refrigerator for a short time before use

Other information

store at temperatures below 30° C (86° F)

Inactive ingredient

hydrogenated vegetable oil

BISACODYL Laxative Suppository Label