Womens Gentle 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 (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 a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks stomach pain, nausea or vomiting When using this product do not chew or crush tablet(s) do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk you may have 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 a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
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 you may have 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 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 avoid excessive humidity store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients carmine, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, FD&C red #40 aluminum lake, hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid, microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, shellac wax, simethicone, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions?
Questions or comments? 1-800-426-9391
Label text from the FDA structured product label by CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC (revised Feb 25, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Bisacodyl in 7 products
Womens Gentle Laxative NDC products (7)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46122-429 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | Amerisource Bergen | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 21130-555 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet | BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC. | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 63868-573 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 69842-089 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Coated | CVS HEALTH CORP | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 53943-676 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | Discount Drug Mart | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 41250-676 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet, Delayed Release | Meijer Distribution Inc | OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG |
| 11673-151 | Bisacodyl 5 mg/1 Tablet | TARGET CORPORATION | OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL |
Frequently asked questions
What is Womens Gentle Laxative used for?
Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Who makes Womens Gentle Laxative?
Womens Gentle Laxative is listed by 7 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Amerisource Bergen, BETTER LIVING BRANDS LLC., CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC, CVS HEALTH CORP.