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Dulcolax Laxative

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Chattem, Inc.
Label updated
2024-02-01
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BISACODYL
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Label information

Dulcolax®

Medicated Laxative Suppositories

Drug Facts

Active i ngredient (in each suppository)

Bisacodyl (USP) 10 mg

Purpose

Stimulant laxative

Use
  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
Warnings

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Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting  
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

When using this product

it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, 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 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.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • Peel open plastic. Insert suppository into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes.
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose.
children 6 to under 12 years of age       ½ suppository in a single daily dose
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
Other information
  • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)  
Inactive ingredient

hard fat

Question s ?

Call 1- 866 - 844 - 2798 or visit www.Dulcolax.com

Keep carton as it contains important product information.

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Dulcolax
Bisacodyl (USP) 10 mg Suppository/ Stimulant Laxative
MEDICATED LAXATIVE
SUPPOSITORY
4 COMFORT SHAPED
SUPPOSITORIES
DO NOT SWALLOW

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DailyMed Set ID: 016a4920-77a7-4ac3-8d9d-fd2f564dfee6 · Version 4
NDC: 41167-0210