Stimulant Laxative
Bisacodyl · Tablet, Delayed Release · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredient (in each tablet) Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
Purpose
Purpose Stimulant laxative
Uses
Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing. Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting 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 fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. 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 right away.
Do not use
Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing.
Ask a doctor before use
Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
When using this product
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
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week
Pregnancy 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 overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
Directions do not take more than directed take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years and over take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 6 to under 12 years take 1 tablet in a single daily dose children under 6 years ask a doctor
Other information
Other information TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) avoid excessive humidity see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients acacia, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-426-9391
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED (revised Aug 24, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bisacodyl in 3 products
- Sennosides in 1 product
Stimulant Laxative NDC products (4)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69452-541 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | BIONPHARMA INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 51316-327 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 51316-734 | Sennosides 15 mg/1 Tablet, Sugar Coated | CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 49483-003 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | TIME CAP LABORATORIES, INC. | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
Frequently asked questions
What is Stimulant Laxative used for?
Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Who makes Stimulant Laxative?
Stimulant Laxative is listed by 3 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including BIONPHARMA INC., CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED, TIME CAP LABORATORIES, INC..