Active Ingredient (In Each Suppository)
Active Ingredient Purpose
(in each Suppository)
Bisacodyl 10 mg.................................Stimulant Laxative
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Walgreens for the product Walgreens Gentle Laxative (NDC 0363-0466). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each suppository), uses, warnings, do not use, ask a doctor, when using this product, stop use and ask a doctor if, if pregnant or breast-feeding, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
Active Ingredient Purpose
(in each Suppository)
Bisacodyl 10 mg.................................Stimulant Laxative
-for relief of occasional constipation
-this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
For rectal use only.
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 you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks
When using this product it may cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild cramps
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
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
-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
-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
Other information
-Store at room temperature. Do not exceed 30oC (86oF)
-Lot No. & Exp. Date: see wrapper or box
Inactive ingredient hydrogenated vegetable oil
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