Bisacodyl 5mg (Bisacodyl 5mg) tablet, coated
Active Ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl USP 5mg
Purpose
Stimulant Laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- if you are unable to swallow without chewing
- within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- abdominal pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
When using this product
- do not chew or crush tablets
- abdominal discomfort, faintness, and cramps may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you need to use more than 1 week
- rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative.
These may be signs of a serious condition.
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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- take with water
Adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single dose, once daily
Children 6 to 12 years of age: take 1 tablet once a day
Children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor
Other information
- store between 68º to 77ºF (20º to 25ºC)
- do not use blister unit is broken or torn
Inactive ingredients
acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow # 6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polyvinyl acetate pthalate, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylparaben, propylene glycol, povidone, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
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