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Generic: bisacodyl is used for the treatment of Abdomen, Acute Appendicitis Constipation Diarrhea Intestinal Obstruction Rectal Diseases


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Active Ingredient


Bisacodyl USP 5mg

Purpose


Stimulant Laxative

Uses

  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product usually causes bowel movements in 6 to 12 hours

Warnings


Do not use

  • if you cannot swallow without chewing
  • within 1 hour after taking antacid or milk

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • notice 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.

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding


ask a health professional before use.

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 daily  

Children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor

Other Information

  • store between 68º to 77ºF (20º to 25ºC)
  • do not use if buler 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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