FDA Label for Bisacodyl

Active Ingredient (In Each Tablet)

Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg

Purpose

Stimulant laxative

Uses

• for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
• this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

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 and 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

• take with a glass of water

adults and children 12 years and over	take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
children 6 to under 12 years	take 1 tablet in a single daily dose
children under 6 years	ask a doctor

Other Information

• store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  
• avoid excessive humidity
  
• use by expiration date on package
  

Inactive Ingredients

acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate

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Repackaging Information

This drug product has been received by Aphena Pharma - TN in a manufacturer or distributor packaged configuration and repackaged in full compliance with all applicable cGMP regulations. The package configurations available from Aphena are listed below:

Store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). See USP Controlled Room Temperature. Dispense in a tight light-resistant container as defined by USP. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Repackaged by:

Aphena Pharma Solutions - TN - Aphena

Principal Display Panel - 5 Mg

NDC 71610-700 - Bisacodyl EC, USP 5 mg Tablets - Rx Only

Bottle Label 5 mg - 71610 0700 02