Senna
Sennosides · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Sennosides 8.6 mg
Purpose
Laxative
Uses
USE(S) relieve occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
WARNINGS ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition. PREGNANCY/BREASTFEEDING 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 right away.
Do not use
Laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor
STOP USE AND ASK DOCTOR IF you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
PREGNANCY/BREASTFEEDING 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 right away.
Directions
DIRECTIONS take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor do not exceed maximum dosage age starting dose maximum dosage adults and children 12 years of age or older 2 tablets once a day 4 tablets twice a day children 6 to under 12 years 1 tablet once a day 2 tablets twice a day children 2 to under 6 years 1/2 tablet once a day 1 tablet twice a day children under 2 years ask a doctor ask a doctor
Other information
STORAGE each tablet contains: calcium 4 mg, sodium 3 mg store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Aarkish Pharmaceuticals NJ Inc. (revised Jul 1, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Sennosides in 16 products
- Sennosides A And B in 6 products
- Senna Leaf in 2 products
Senna NDC products (24)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81005-101 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Aarkish Pharmaceuticals NJ Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 82568-0024 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Syrup | AARNA USA INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 82568-0006 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | AARNA USA INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 71399-1017 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Akron Pharma Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 60687-851 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Liquid | American Health Packaging | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 46122-702 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | AmerisourceBergen (Good Neighbor Pharmacy) 46122 | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 17856-8237 | Sennosides A And B 417.12 mg/237mL Syrup | ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 71335-2360 | Sennosides A And B 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Bryant Ranch Prepack | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 55319-298 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Family Dollar Services Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37808-675 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | H E B | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 37808-782 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | H E B | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0904-7528 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Liquid | Major Pharmaceuticals | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0121-4967 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Liquid | PAI Holdings, LLC dba PAI Pharma | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 39328-020 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Syrup | Patrin Pharma, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 68094-049 | Sennosides A And B 417.12 mg/237mL Syrup | Precision Dose, Inc. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 82804-143 | Sennosides A And B 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Proficient Rx LP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 83324-004 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | QUALITY CHOICE (Chain Drug Marketing Association) | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69618-069 | Sennosides 8.8 mg/5mL Syrup | Reliable 1 Laboratories LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69618-064 | Sennosides A And B 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Reliable 1 Laboratories LLC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11822-0298 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Rite Aid Corporation | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0536-1483 | Sennosides A And B 8.8 mg/5mL Solution | Rugby Laboratories | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0363-8820 | Sennosides 8.6 mg/1 Tablet | Walgreens | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 0220-4643 | Senna Leaf 200 [kp_C]/200[kp_C] Pellet | Boiron | UNAPPROVED HOMEOPATHIC |
| 0220-4642 | Senna Leaf 30 [hp_C]/30[hp_C] Pellet | Boiron | UNAPPROVED HOMEOPATHIC |
Frequently asked questions
What is Senna used for?
USE(S) relieve occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Who makes Senna?
Senna is listed by 20 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Aarkish Pharmaceuticals NJ Inc., AARNA USA INC., Akron Pharma Inc., American Health Packaging.