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Bisacodyl Suppository

OTC Rectal RxCUI 198509
Contents

Overview

Active ingredient
Bisacodyl
Established class
Stimulant Laxative
Physiologic effect
Increased Large Intestinal Motility; Stimulation Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Secretion
Route
Rectal
Label date
2026-01-15

Indications and usage

Directions -detach one suppository from the strip -remove wrapper before inserting into the rectum adults and children 12 years of age and older 1 suppository once daily children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 suppository once daily children under 6 years do not use

Purpose

Uses -for relief of occasional constipation -this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour

Dosage and administration

Directions -detach one suppository from the strip -remove wrapper before inserting into the rectum adults and children 12 years of age and older 1 suppository once daily children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 suppository once daily children under 6 years do not use

Warnings

For rectal use only.

Do not use

Do not use -when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present -for a period of longer than 1 week

Ask a doctor before use if

Ask a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks

When using this product

this product When using this product it may cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild cramps

Stop use and ask a doctor if

and ask a doctor if Stop use and ask a doctor if -you have rectal bleeding -you fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. This may indicate a serious condition

Pregnancy or breast-feeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Active ingredient (label)

(in each Suppository) Active Ingredient Purpose (in each Suppository) Bisacodyl 10 mg.................................Stimulant Laxative

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredient hydrogenated vegetable oil

Storage and handling

Other information Other information -Store at room temperature. Do not exceed 30 o C (86 o F) -Lot No. & Exp. Date: see wrapper or box

Keep out of reach of children

of children Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.