FDA Label for Gericare Sorbitol Solution
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Gericare Sorbitol Solution Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Geri-care Pharmaceuticals, Corp. 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.
Otc - Active Ingredient
Active Ingredient
Sorbitol 70% USP
Otc - Purpose
Purpose
Laxative
Indications & Usage
Uses
- releieves occasional constipation and irregularity
- generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour when used rectally
- as a pharmaceutical aide (sweetner)
- for other uses, ask your doctor
Warnings
Warnings
For rectal use only
Do not use
- when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present
- for more than one week unless directed by a doctor
- are taking mineral oil
- have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Ask a doctor before use if
Stop use and aska doctor if you have a rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding
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 overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Dosage & Administration
Directions Do not exceed recommended dose
| AGE | DOSE |
| Adults and children 12 years and over | For rectal use only. Enema dosage is 120 mL of a 25 to 30% w/v solution (1 part of this product with 2.3 parts water) in a single daily dose as needed, or as directed by your doctor. |
| Children under 12 years of age | Ask a doctor |
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive ingredients water
Otc - Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765
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