Gentle Laxative (BISACODYL)
Gentle Laxative (BISACODYL) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Gentle Laxative; Generic name: BISACODYL; Drug class: Stimulant Laxative [EPC].
| Brand name | Gentle Laxative |
|---|---|
| Generic name | BISACODYL |
| Drug class | Stimulant Laxative [EPC] |
| Manufacturer | H E B |
| Used for | Uses for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours |
| Dosage | 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 |
| 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 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 seriou |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each tablet) Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0fcc30a9-6daa-4b95-ae75-58059fb7a68e |