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Dulcolax

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Physicians Total Care, Inc.
Label updated
2011-02-01
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
bisacodyl
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each suppository) Purpose
Bisacodyl USP 10 mg .................................... Stimulant laxative
Uses

성분·작용

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

For rectal use only

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • 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 no 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

Label information

If pregnant or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.

Label information

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 suppository in a single daily dose. Peel open plastic. Insert suppository well into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes.
children 6 to under 12 years of age 1/2 suppository in a single daily dose
children under 2 years of age ask a doctor
Other information
  • do not store above 30°C (86°F)
Inactive ingredient

hydrogenated vegetable oil

포장 표시
Dulcolax (bisacodyl USP) Laxative Suppositories

10 mg

NDC 54868-3155-1

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]


DailyMed Set ID: 1bf775a9-bd9e-41a6-acef-9a3795fbf25c · Version 1
NDC: 54868-3155