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Warnings
For rectal use only
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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild 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 pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
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
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
Legal Issues
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FDA Safety Alerts
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Manufacturer Warnings
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FDA Labeling Changes
There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.
Uses
Use
- for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
History
There is currently no drug history available for this drug.
Other Information
Bisacodyl USP 10mg
Stimulant laxative
- for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
For rectal use only
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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild 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 pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 suppository in a single daily dose. See consumer leaflet for proper, safe use of the applicator. |
children 6 to under 12 years of age | Ask a doctor. Applicator not for use in children under 12 years of age. |
children under 6 years of age |
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients hard fat
Questions? Call 1-888-285-9159 (English/Spanish) M – F, 8:30 – 5 EST, or visit www.DULCOLAX.com
Sources
Dulcolax Manufacturers
- Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Dulcolax | Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Directions adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. See consumer leaflet for proper, safe use of the applicator. children 6 to under 12 years of age Ask a doctor. Applicator not for use in children under 12 years of age. children under 6 years of age - Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Dulcolax | Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. Peel open plastic. Insert suppository well into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes. children 6 to under 12 years of age 1/2 suppository in a single daily dose children under 2 years of age ask a doctor - Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Dulcolax | Physicians Total Care, Inc.
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. Peel open plastic. Insert suppository well into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes. children 6 to under 12 years of age 1/2 suppository in a single daily dose children under 2 years of age ask a doctor - Physicians Total Care, Inc.
- Mechanical Servants, Inc.
- Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Dulcolax | Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over 1 to 3 liquid gels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. children 2 to under 12 years of age 1 liquid gel daily children under 2 years of age ask a doctor
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