Bisacodyl 5mg
Brand names: Bisacodyl 5mg, Laxomil, Laxative Enteric Coated
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal 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, ask a health professional before use. 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.
Uses
Uses for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Dosage forms & strengths
Directions take with a glass of water Adults and children 12 years of age and over: 1 to 3 tablets in a single dose, once daily Children 6 to under 12 years of age: take 1 tablet once daily Children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor
Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each tablet) Bisacodyl USP 5 mg
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