Dulcolax

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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

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

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Manufacturer Warnings

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FDA Labeling Changes

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Uses

Use

for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

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History

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Other Information

Active ingredient (in each suppository)

Bisacodyl USP 10mg

Purpose

Stimulant laxative

Use

for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

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.

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

Other information

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

No Recall
Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Dulcolax | Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet in a single daily dose children under 2 years of age ask a doctor

No Recall
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

No Recall
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

No Recall
Physicians Total Care, Inc.

Dulcolax | Physicians Total Care, Inc.

take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet in a single daily dose children under 2 years of age ask a doctor

No Recall
Mechanical Servants, Inc.

Dulcolax | Mechanical Servants, Inc.

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

No Recall
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

No Recall