Gentle Laxative
Gentle Laxative is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient BISACODYL manufactured by CARDINAL 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 20231206.
Generic: BISACODYL
Manufacturer: CARDINAL HEALTH
Product Type: HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route: ORAL
Dosage Form:
NDC: 70000-0538
Application: 505G(a)(3)
Effective: 20231206
Active Ingredients: Active ingredient (in each tablet) Bisacodyl 5 mg
Indications & Usage
Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hour
Dosage & Administration
Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years and older: take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 12 years and under: ask a doctor
Contraindications
Not available.
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting noticed 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 pregnant 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Adverse Reactions
Not available.
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