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Gentle Laxative Bisacodyl

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
2025-01-17

Indications and usage

Uses

  • for relief of occasional constipation
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 to 60 minutes

Purpose

Drug facts Purpose Bisacodyl 10 mg ................................. Stimulant Laxative

Dosage and administration

Directions

  • detach one suppository from the strip
  • remove wrapper before inserting into the rectum adults and children 12 and over : 1 suppository once daily children 6 to under 12 years : ½ suppository once daily children under 6 years : do not use

Warnings

  • For rectal use only

Do not use

  • when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present
  • for a period longer than 1 week

Ask a doctor before use if

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 it may cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal bleeding and mild cramps

Stop use and ask a doctor if

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, ask a health professional before use.

Active ingredient (label)

Drug Facts : Active ingredient (in each suppository) Bisacodyl 10 mg

Inactive ingredients

hydrogenated vegetable oil

Storage and handling

Other information

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

Keep out of reach of children

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