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GeriCare Senna Syrup

SENNOSIDES

Standard Dose
Shake well before using Do not exceed recommended dose Age Starting Dose Maximum Dose adults and children 12 years and older 2-3 teaspoonfuls once a day preferably at bedtime; increase as needed or as recommended by a doctor 3 teaspoons in the morning and 3 teaspoons at bedtime Under 12 years of age ask a doctor ask a doctor
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Summary

Indications and usage relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours Dosage and administration Shake well before using Do not exceed recommended dose Age Starting Dose Maximum Dose adults and children 12 years and older 2-3 teaspoonfuls once a day preferably at bedtime; increase as needed or as recommended by a doctor 3 teaspoons in the morning and 3 teaspoons at bedtime Under 12 years of age ask a doctor ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor or pharmacis before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a change in bowel habits that lasts over two weeks.

Structured Monograph

Clinical summary

Indications and usage relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours Dosage and administration Shake well before using Do not exceed recommended dose Age Starting Dose Maximum Dose adults and children 12 years and older 2-3 teaspoonfuls once a day preferably at bedtime; increase as needed or as recommended by a doctor 3 teaspoons in the morning and 3 teaspoons at bedtime Under 12 years of age ask a doctor ask a doctor Warnings and cautions Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor. Ask a doctor or pharmacis before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a change in bowel habits that lasts over two weeks. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition. Pregnancy If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Monitoring

  • Do not use laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor.
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacis before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting noticed a change in bowel habits that lasts over two weeks.
  • Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative.
  • These may indicate a serious condition.

Interaction Notes

  • Review official label interaction section.
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