Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredient (in each 5 ml teaspoonful): Sennosides 8.8 mg
Gericare Senna Syrup Liquid
FDA Label NDC 57896-472
Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions
Structured Product Label
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Geri-care Pharmaceutical Corp. for the product Gericare Senna Syrup (NDC 57896-472). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding otc - active ingredient, otc - purpose, indications & usage, warnings, pregnancy, otc - keep out of reach of children, dosage & administration, storage and handling, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
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Otc - Purpose
Laxative
Indications & Usage
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
- stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- noticed a change in bowel habits that lasts over two weeks.
Ask a doctor or pharmacis before use if you have
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
Pregnancy
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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.
Dosage & Administration
- Shake well before using
- Do not exceed recommended dose
| Age | Starting Dose | Maximum Dose |
| adults and children 12 years and older | 2-3 teaspoonfuls once a day preferably at bedtime; increase as needed or as recommended by a doctor | 3 teaspoons in the morning and 3 teaspoons at bedtime |
| Under 12 years of age | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Storage And Handling
- Store at room temperature 15 o - 25 oC (59 o - 77 oF)
TAMPER-EVIDENT: Do not use if foil seal over bottle opening is torn, broken, or missing.
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive ingredients: Artificial and natural chocolate flavor, methylparaben, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, and sucrose.
Otc - Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765
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