FDA Label for Bisacodyl
View Indications, Usage & Precautions
- ACTIVE INGREDIENT
- PURPOSE
- USES
- WARNINGS
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE
- OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST
- OTC - WHEN USING
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR
- OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENT
- OTC - QUESTIONS
- PACKAGE INFORMATION
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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