FDA Label for Equalactin Laxative
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Equalactin Laxative Product Label
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Otc - Purpose
| Active Ingredients | Purpose |
| Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg (equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil) | Laxative |
Indications & Usage
Use for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
This product generally produces bowel movement in 12 - 72 hours.
Warnings
Do not use this product for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- abdominal pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits over a period of 2 weeks
Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking an antibiotic containing tetracycline as this product contains calcium
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- rectal bleeding occurs
- you fail to have bowel movement after use of laxative. These may indicate a serious condition
Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding
As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product
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.
Directions
- drink a full glass (8 fl. oz.) of liquid with each dose
- chew tablets thoroughly
- do not swallow tablets whole
| adults and children 12 years of age and over | up to 8 tablets daily in divided doses of 2 tablets per dose |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | up to 4 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose |
| children 2 to under 6 years of age | up to 2 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose |
| children under 2 years of age | consult a doctor |
Other Information
- store at room temperature
- avoid excessive humidity
Inactive Ingredient
Inactive ingredients citric acid, crospovidone, dextrose, flavor, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose
Otc - Questions
Questions? 1-800-331-0221
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Equalactin® Laxative
Relieves Symptoms of Nervous Stomach
- Irregularity
- Abdominal Discomfort
- Loose Bowels
- Constipation
24 CITRUS FLAVORED CHEWABLE TABLETS
Relives Symptoms of Nervous Stomach
Distributed by: NUMARK LABORATORIES INC.
EDISON, NJ 08818 Rev. 5/11 9002
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