FDA Label for Laxative Gentle
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- ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH TABLET)
- PURPOSE
- USES
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
- QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
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Laxative Gentle Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Dolgencorp, Llc. 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 (In Each Tablet)
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
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 use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, and cramps
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
If Pregnant Or Breast-Feeding,
ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- do not take more than directed
- take with a glass of water
| 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 |
Other Information
- TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
- avoid excessive humidity
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive Ingredients
acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions Or Comments?
1-800-426-9391
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Compare to the active ingredient
of Dulcolax® Laxative Tablets*
Gentle
Laxative
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
Stimulant Laxative
Gentle, Dependable Constipation Relief
Comfort Coated Tablets
15 Tablets
Comfort Coated
*This product is not manufactured or distributed by A. Nattermann & Cie.
GmbH, owner of the registered trademark Dulcolax® Laxative Tablets.
50844 ORG092332762
DISTRIBUTED BY
OLD EAST MAIN CO.
100 MISSION RIDGE
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PACKAGE IS OPENED OR IF BLISTER
UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING
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