Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Baby Care Pedia -Lax ® Liquid glycerin suppositories rectal laxative 6 applicators (4 ml each) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Baby Care Pedia-Lax ® Liquid glycerin suppositories rectal laxative 6 applicators (4 ml each)
- PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Baby Care Pedia -Lax ® Liquid glycerin suppositories rectal laxative 6 applicators (4 ml each) PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL Baby Care Pedia-Lax ® Liquid glycerin suppositories rectal laxative 6 applicators (4 ml each)
Overview
Uses for relief of occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
Indications & Usage
Uses for relief of occasional constipation this product generally produces bowel movement in 1/4 to 1 hour
Dosage & Administration
Directions Single Daily Dosage (per 24 hours) children 2 to under 6 years : one suppository per day or as directed by a doctor children under 2 years : consult a doctor Administering the laxative: CAUTION: REMOVE ORANGE PROTECTIVE SHIELD BEFORE INSERTING. Hold unit upright, grasping bulb of unit with fingers. Grasp orange protective shield with other hand, pull gently to remove. With steady pressure, gently insert tip into rectum with a slight side-to-side movement, with tip pointing toward navel. Discontinue use if resistance is encountered. Forcing the tip can result in injury. Insertion may be easier if child receiving suppository bears down as if having a bowel movement. This helps relax the muscles around the anus. Squeeze the bulb until nearly all liquid is expelled. While continuing to squeeze the bulb, remove tip from rectum and discard unit. It is not necessary to empty unit completely. The unit contains more than the amount of liquid needed for effective use. A small amount of liquid will remain in the unit after squeezing. Left-side position: Place child on left side with knees bent and arms resting comfortably. Knee-chest position: Have child kneel, then lower head and chest forward until left side of face is resting on surface with left arm folded comfortably.
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings For rectal use only May cause rectal discomfort or a burning sensation. Ask a doctor before using any laxative if the child has abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks already used a laxative for more than 1 week if constipation continues after one week of use, contact your child's doctor Stop using this product and consult a doctor if the child has rectal bleeding no bowel movement within 1 hour of using this product These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. Keep out of reach of children . If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Purpose
Purpose Hyperosmotic laxative
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop using this product and consult a doctor if the child has rectal bleeding no bowel movement within 1 hour of using this product These symptoms 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
Questions? 1-866-255-6960 or www.pedia-lax.com
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