Otc - Active Ingredient
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl 5 mg
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Winco Foods Llc for the product Gentle Laxative (NDC 67091-385). 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, otc - do not use, otc - ask doctor, otc - when using, otc - stop use, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant laxative
Uses
• relieves occasional constipation and irregularity
• this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
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 chew or crush tablet(s)
• do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
• you may have stomach discomfort, faintness or 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
| adults and children 12 years and over | take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | take 1 tablet in a single daily dose |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
Other Information
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each tablet contains: magnesium 5 mg
• store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
• use by expiration date on package
• protect from excessive humidity
Inactive ingredients acacia, anhydrous calcium sulfate, anhydrous lactose, carnauba wax, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, gelatin, iron oxide, iron oxide black, iron oxide yellow (iron oxide ochre), magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol (PEG) 400, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, shellac, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sugar, talc, titanium dioxide
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