Equalactin Laxative
Calcium polycarbophil · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Active Ingredients Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg (equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil)
Purpose
Purpose Bulk for mixing Laxative
Uses
Use for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity. This product generally produces bowel movement in 12 - 72 hours.
Warnings
Warnings Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.
Do not use
Do not use this product for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal pain nausea vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits over a period of 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking an antibiotic containing tetracycline as this product contains calcium taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.
Stop use and ask a doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if rectal bleeding occurs you fail to have bowel movement after use of laxative. These may indicate a serious condition
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions drink a full glass (8 fl. oz.) of liquid with each dose chew tablets thoroughly do not swallow tablets whole adults and children 12 years of age and over up to 8 tablets daily in divided doses of 2 tablets per dose children 6 to under 12 years of age up to 4 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose children 2 to under 6 years of age up to 2 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose children under 2 years of age consult a doctor
Other information
Other information each tablet contains calcium 125 mg store at room temperature avoid excessive humidity
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients citric acid, crospovidone, dextrose, flavor, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose
Questions?
Questions? 1-800-331-0221
Label text from the FDA structured product label by NUMARK BRANDS, INC (revised Dec 3, 2025). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Calcium Polycarbophil in 1 product
Equalactin Laxative NDC products (1)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69846-000 | Calcium Polycarbophil 625 mg/1 Tablet | NUMARK BRANDS, INC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
Frequently asked questions
What is Equalactin Laxative used for?
Use for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity. This product generally produces bowel movement in 12 - 72 hours.
Who makes Equalactin Laxative?
Equalactin Laxative is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including NUMARK BRANDS, INC.