Bisacodyl 5mg
Tablet, Coated · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredient (in each tablet) Bisacodyl USP 5mg
Purpose
Purpose Stimulant Laxative
Uses
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
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.
Do not use
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
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
When using this product do not chew or crush tablets abdominal discomfort, faintness, and cramps may occur
Stop use and ask a doctor
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.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
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 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.
Directions
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
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow # 6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polyvinyl acetate pthalate, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, propylparaben, propylene glycol, povidone, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Allegiant Health (revised Mar 26, 2019). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bisacodyl in 1 product
Bisacodyl 5mg NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69168-398 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | Allegiant Health | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Bisacodyl 5mg used for?
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Who makes Bisacodyl 5mg?
Bisacodyl 5mg is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Allegiant Health.