151R_Albertsons_21130-555_Bisacodyl USP 5 mg-stimulant laxative
Drug Facts
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Purpose
Stimulant laxative
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use
- if you cannot swallow without chewing
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
When using this product
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a laxative for more than 1 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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 tablet in a single daily dose |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
- take with a glass of water
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information
- each tablet contains: magnesium 5 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- use by expiration date on package
- protect from excessive humidity
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients acacia, anhydrous calcium sulfate, anhydrous lactose, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, gelatin, iron oxide, iron oxide black, iron oxide yellow (iron oxide ochre), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol (PEG) 400, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, shellac, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sugar, talc, titanium dioxide
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments?
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