FDA Label for Senna S
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Senna S Product Label
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Active Ingredients (In Each Tablet)
Docusate sodium 50 mg
Sennosides 8.6 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Laxative
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Do Not Use
- if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor
- laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a periodof 2 weeks
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor
age | starting dosage | maximum dosage |
adults and children 12 years of age or older | 2 softgels once a day | 4 softgels twice a day |
children 6 to under 12 years | 1 softgel once a day | 2 softgels twice a day |
children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Other Information
- each softgel contains: calcium 3 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, FD&C Red 40, FD&C yellow No. 6, Gelatin, Glycerin, Polyethylene Glycol -400, Propylene Glycol, Povidone (PVPK-30), Purified Water, Sorbitol Sorbitan Solution, Titanium Dioxide, yellow bees wax
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-800-373-6981 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
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Compare to the active ingredients in Senokot-S®††
Senna-S
DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 mg / STOOL SOFTENER
SENNOSIDES 8.6 mg / LAXATIVE
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