FDA Label for Senna

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Senna Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Akron Pharma Inc.. 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



Active ingredient (in each 5 ml) purpose
Sennosides 8.8 mg …………………………................Laxative


Uses



relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours


Directions



shake well before use
take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor


Dosage & Administration



Age                                                                   Starting Dose                           Maximum Dose
adults and children                                   12 years 2 - 3 teaspoonfuls         3 teaspoonfuls twice a day
and older once a day


6 years to under 12 years of age              1 - 1½ teaspoonfuls once a day       1½ teaspoonfuls twice a day

2 to under 6 years of age                       ½ - ¾ teaspoon once a day                 ¾ teaspoon once a day

under 2 years of age consult a doctor consult a doctor


Warnings



Do Not Use • laxative products for longer than 1 week
unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you have
• stomach pain • nausea • vomiting
• notice a sudden change in bowel movement that continues
over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement
after use of laxative. These may indicate a serious condition
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health
professional before use


Other Information



  • Avoid accessive heat. Store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)

Inactive Ingredients



Mythylparaben, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Purified Water, Sucrose


Keep Out Of Reach Of Children Section



In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately

Questions?

To Report Adverse Drug Event Call 1(877) 225-6999

Manufactured for:

Akron Pharma Inc.,

Fairfield, NJ-07004


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