FDA Label for Walgreens Gentle Laxative

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Walgreens Gentle Laxative Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Walgreens. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredient (In Each Suppository)



Active Ingredient                                              Purpose

(in each Suppository)

Bisacodyl 10 mg.................................Stimulant Laxative


Uses



-for relief of occasional constipation

-this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour


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



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



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


Stop Use 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


If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding



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


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



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


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

-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



Other information

-Store at room temperature.  Do not exceed 30 oC (86 oF)

-Lot No. & Exp. Date: see wrapper or box


Inactive Ingredient



Inactive ingredient  hydrogenated vegetable oil


Walgreens ® Gentle Laxative Suppositories




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