FDA Label for Bisacodyl
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Bisacodyl Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Target Corporation. 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.
Otc - Active Ingredient
In each tablet: Bisacodyl 5mg
Inactive Ingredient
Acacia, Anhydrous CalciumSulfate, Anhydrous Lactose, Carnauba Wax, Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Corn Starch,
D&C Yellow #10 Aluminum Lake, Gelatin, Iron Oxide, Iron Oxide Black, Iron Oxide Yellow(Iron Oxide Ochre),
FD&C Yellow #6, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) 400,
Polyvinyl Acetate Phthalates, Povidone, Shellac, Sodium Starch Glycolate, Stearic Acid, Sugar, Talc, Titanium Dioxide
Otc - Purpose
PURPOSE
Stimulant Laxative
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Keep out of Reach of Children: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Indications & Usage
Uses:
- relieves occasional constipation and irregularity
- This product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
WARNINGS
Warning: Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing.
Ask a doctor before use if you have: stomach pain, nausea or vomiting; A sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than two weeks.
When using this product: Do not chew or crush tablet(s); Do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk; Do not use this product if you have stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps.
Dosage & Administration
adults and children 12 years and over: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
children 6 to under 12 years: take 1 tablet in a single daily dose
children under 6 years: ask a doctor
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