FDA Label for Dulcolax

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Dulcolax Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Mechanical Servants, Inc.. 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.

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Drug Facts

Repackaged and distributed by Convenience Valet® Melrose Park, IL 60160


Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)



Bisacodyl USP 5 mg


Purpose



Stimulant laxative


Use



  • for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

Otc - Do Not Use



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 2 weeks

When Using This Product



  • do not chew or crush tablet(s)
  • do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
  • it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



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


Otc - 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.


Directions



take with a glass of water

adults and children 12 years and over1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
children 6 to under 12 years of age1 tablet in a single daily dose
children under 6 years of ageask a doctor

Other Information



  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • protect from excessive humidity

Inactive Ingredients



acacia, acetylated monoglyceride, carnauba wax, cellulose acetate phthalate, corn starch, dibutyl phthalate, docusate sodium, gelatin, glycerin, iron oxides, kaolin, lactose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, pharmaceutical glaze, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylparaben, Red No. 30 lake, sodium benzoate, sorbitan monooleate, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, white wax, Yellow No. 10 lake


Questions



1-888-285-9159 (English/Spanish)

Or visit www.DULCOLAX.com


Principal Display Panel - 5 Mg Pouch Package



CONVENIENCE
CV
VALET®

DRINKING CUP
INCLUDED

Dulcolax®
LAXATIVE

(bisacodyl USP 5 mg)
C6A

3 TABLETS


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