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Womens Laxtive

Drug class

Increased Large Intestinal Motility [PE]; Stimulant Laxative [EPC]; Stimulation Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Secretion [PE]

Uses

Use(s) for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

Warnings

Warnings Do not use if you are unable to swallow without chewing within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk Ask a doctor before use if you abdominal pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks When using this product do not chew or crush tablets abdominal discomfort, faintness, and cramps may occur Stop use and ask a doctor before use if you need to use more than 1 week rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breastfeeding, 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Dosage & administration

Directions take with water Adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single dose, once daily Children 6 to 12 years of age: take 1 tablet once a day Children under 6 years of age: consult a doctor

Active ingredient

Active ingredient(s) Bisacodyl USP 5mg

Inactive ingredient

Inactive ingredients Acacia, Calcium Carbonate, Carnauba Wax, Colloidal Anhydrous Silica, FD&C Red # 27 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Blue # 2 Aluminum Lake, FD&C Yellow #6 Aluminum Lake, Hypromellose, Iron Oxide Black, Lactose Anhydrous, Magnesium Stearate, Methacrylic Acid and Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer, Methylparaben, Polydextrose, Polyethylene Glycol, Povidone, Pregelatinized Starch, Propylene Glycol, Propylparaben, Shellac Glaze, Simethicone, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Stearic Acid, Sucrose, Talc, Titanium Dioxide, Triacetin, Triethyl Citrate.

Dosage forms & strengths

TABLET, SUGAR COATED
BISACODYL 5 mg/1

All identified pills

Official source

DailyMed

Also known as

Womens Laxative