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 Physicians Total Care, 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.
Drug Facts
| Active ingredient (in each tablet) | Purpose |
| Bisacodyl USP 5 mg .................................... | Stimulant laxative |
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)
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
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
Directions
take with a glass of water
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 tablet in a single daily dose |
| children under 2 years of age | ask 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
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