Fiber Laxative Calcium Polycarbophil CROSCARMELLOSE SODIUM HYPROMELLOSES CELLULOSE, MICROCRYSTALLINE POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS SILICON DIOXIDE TALC CARAMEL CALCIUM POLYCARBOPHIL POLYCARBOPHIL Caplet AZ221 Off white with dark brown specks
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package Label Calcium Polycarbophil 625 mg tablet label
- Package Label Calcium Polycarbophil 625 mg tablet label
Overview
Uses relieves occasional constipation promotes regularity this product generally produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves occasional constipation promotes regularity this product generally produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Dosage & Administration
Directions • do not exceed recommended dose • take each dose with at least 8 ounces (a full glass) of fluid; taking this product without enough liquid may cause choking; see choking warning • do not take this product within 2 hours before or after taking any other drug adults and children 12 years of age and older Starting dose: 2 caplets once a day Maximum dose: 2 caplets four times a day Starting dose: 2 caplets once a day Maximum dose: 2 caplets four times a day consult a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
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 • for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor A sk a doctor before use if you have • abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting • a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks. A sk a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are • taking any other drug • all laxatives may affect how other drugs work. Stop use and ask a doctor if • you have rectal bleeding • you have no bowel movement within 3 days • these could be signs of a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Purpose
Purpose Bulk-forming laxative
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.
Storage & Handling
Other information • each caplet contains: calcium 125 mg • store at controlled room temperature, 68°F-77°F (20°C-25°C) • protect contents from moisture • for institutional use only Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken.
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