Bisacodyl Suppositories 443
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active ingredient (in each suppository)
Bisacodyl USP, 10 mg
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Purpose
Stimulant Laxative
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation
- this product generally produces a bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
For rectal use only
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use
when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present.
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period 2 weeks.
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product you may experience
- rectal burning
- mild cramps
- abdominal discomfort
- faintness
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or you fail to have bowel movement after using a laxative. These may be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a laxative product for more than one week
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
| adults and children 12 years and over | 1 suppository once daily |
| children under 12 years | Ask a doctor |
- tear off one suppository from the strip
- peel apart the wrapper
- continue peeling apart 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 about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Do not exceed recommended dose
- if suppository seems soft, place in refrigerator for a short time before use
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
Other information
- store at temperatures below 25 C (77F)
- Made in India
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredient hard fat
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
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