Gentle Laxative Stimulant Laxative
BISACODYL
Indications and usage Use for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours Dosage and administration Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age 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 Warnings and cautions 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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product.
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Clinical summary
Indications and usage Use for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours Dosage and administration Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age 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 Warnings and cautions 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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnancy 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. (1-800-222-1222).
Monitoring
- • 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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product.
- • These could be signs of a serious condition.
- • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnancy or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Interaction Notes
- • Review official label interaction section.