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 H And P Industries, Inc. Dba Triad Group. 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



Bisacodyl, 10 mg


Purpose



Stimulant Laxative


Uses



  • For relief of occasional constipation
  • This product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

Warnings



For rectal use only. May cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal burning, and mild cramps.



Do Not Use



  • more than one per day
  • for a period of longer than one week unless directed by a doctor
  • laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor
  • if seal under product lid is torn, damaged, or open

Ask A Doctor Before Use



  • if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persist over a period of two weeks
  • if you are pregnant or nursing a baby


Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist





Otc - When Using





Stop Use And Ask A Doctor



If you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition.

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding





Keep Out Of Reach Of Children



If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.


Directions



Adults and children 12
years of age and older
Children 6 to 12 years
Children under 6
One suppository once
daily
1/2 suppository once
daily
Ask a doctor.



  • Detach one suppository from the strip and remove from foil
  • Carefully insert one suppository well into the rectum
  • Do not use more than once per day

Other





Other Information



  • Store at room temperature: 15°- 30° C (59° - 86° F). Do not exceed 30° C (86° F).
  • Individually sealed for your protection. Do not use if foil is torn or open.

Inactive Ingredient



Hydrogenated vegetable oil

Otc - Questions





Package Information



CVS pharmacy

NDC 50730-1004-0
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This product is not manufactured or distributed by Boehringer Ingelhem
Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Dulcolax®.


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