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Senna Syrup

Dosage form
SYRUP
Labeler
Pioneer Life Sciences, LLC
Label updated
2025-12-29
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
SENNOSIDES
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Active Ingredient (per 5 mL teaspoon)

Sennosides 8.8 mg

Purpose

Laxative

Uses
  • Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • Generally causes bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings

Do not use laxative products for longer than one week unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if you
  • have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • notice a change in bowel habits that last over two weeks
  • are pregnant or breastfeeding
Stop use and ask a doctor if

you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement after use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately.

Directions

Shake well before using. Do not exceed maximum dose. Take at bedtime or as directed by a doctor.

Age

Usual Dose

Maximum Dose

Adults & children 12 years and older

2-3 teaspoons once a day

3 teaspoons twice a day

6 to 12 years

1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons once a day

1 1/2 teaspoons twice a day

2 to 6 years

1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon once a day

3/4 teaspoon once a day

Under 2 years

Consult a doctor

Other Information
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive Ingredients

Propylene Glycol USP, Methyl Paraben NF, Propyl Paraben NF, Sucrose NF, Chocolate Flavor Artificial & Natural, Brownie Flavor Artificial & Natural.

Questions or comments?

Call + 1 (732) 994-2808 or email [email protected]

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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 206d52bf-8982-4668-b750-b4e4d3c5dc66 · Version 2
NDC: 72090-022