Senna Laxative

Brand names: Senna Laxative

Warnings

Warnings Do not use laxative products for longer than one week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks 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. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Uses

Use(s) relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours

Dosage forms & strengths

TABLET
SENNOSIDES 8.6 mg/1

Directions Take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor Age Starting Dosage Maximum Dosage adults and children 12 years of age and over 2 tablets once a day 4 tablets twice a day children 6 to under 12 years 1 tablet once a day 2 tablets twice a day children 2 to under 6 years 1/2 tablet once a day 1 tablet twice a day children under 2 years ask a doctor ask a doctor

Ingredients

Active:

Active ingredient(s) Sennosides 8.6mg

Inactive:

Inactive ingredients croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silicon dioxide

All identified pills

Official source

DailyMed