Bisacodyl BISACODYL CARDINAL HEALTH FDA Approved Uses for temporary relief of occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
Generic: BISACODYL
Mfr: CARDINAL HEALTH FDA OTC
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Substance Bisacodyl
Route
RECTAL
Applications
M007

Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Active Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each suppository) Bisacodyl USP 10mg
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredients hydrogenated vegetable oil
Strengths
10 mg
Treats Conditions
Uses For Temporary Relief Of Occasional Constipation This Product Generally Produces Bowel Movement In 15 Minutes To 1 Hour

Identifiers & Packaging

Container Type UNKNOWN
UNII
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Packaging

Leader Bisacodyl Suppositories LeaderBisSupp.jpg The product package shown above represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available. Bisacodyl Suppositories Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals Livonia, MI 48152 Leader Bisacodyl Suppositories

Package Descriptions
  • Leader Bisacodyl Suppositories LeaderBisSupp.jpg The product package shown above represents a sample of that currently in use. Additional packaging may also be available. Bisacodyl Suppositories Distributed by Major Pharmaceuticals Livonia, MI 48152 Leader Bisacodyl Suppositories

Overview

Uses for temporary relief of occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

Indications & Usage

Uses for temporary relief of occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

Dosage & Administration

Directions detach one suppository from the strip remove wrapper before inserting into rectum carefully insert one suppository well into the rectum, pointed end first retain about 15 to 20 minutes adults and children 12 years of age and over - 1 suppository once daily children 6 to under 12 years of age - 1/2 suppository once daily children under 6 - do not use

Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For rectal use only. Do not use unless directed by a doctor if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present for longer than 1 week Ask a Doctor before use if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a perios of 2 weeks When using this product it may cause abdominal discomfort, faitness, rectal burning and mild cramps Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away. Do not use unless directed by a doctor if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present for longer than 1 week
Purpose

Purpose Stimulant Laxative

When Using

When using this product it may cause abdominal discomfort, faitness, rectal burning and mild cramps

Stop Use & Ask a Doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These may indicate a serious condition.

Keep Out of Reach of Children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Questions

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