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.