Bisacodyl 5mg
Bisacodyl 5mg is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient BISACODYL 5MG manufactured by Allegiant Health administered by ORAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20190326.
- Generic name
- BISACODYL 5MG
- Manufacturer
- Allegiant Health
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 69168-398
- Application
- M007
- Label effective
- 20190326
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
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
Contraindications
Not available.
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 have 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 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 breast-feeding If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Adverse Reactions
Not available.