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Womens Gentle Laxative

Dosage form
TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE
Labeler
DOLGENCORP, INC.
Label updated
2022-11-18
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BISACODYL
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Active Ingredient (in each softgel)

Bisacodyl (USP) 5 mg

Purpose

Stimulant laxative

Uses
  • for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings

Label information

Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing

Label information

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

Label information

When using this product

  • do not chew or crush tablet(s)
  • it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
  • do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk

Label information

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. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away 1(800)222-1222

Directions
  • take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet in a single daily dose
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor

Other Information
  • store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)
  • protect from excessive humidity
Inactive ingredients

dextrose monohydrate, D&C Red #27, FD&C Blue #1, hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, lecithin, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, methacrylic acid copolymer, methyl cellulose, pregelatinized starch, silica, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate

Questions or comments?

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Compare to the active ingredient in Dulcolax® Pink® Laxative Tablets*

Women's Gentle Laxative
Bisacodyl USP 5 mg

• stimulant laxative
• gentle, overnight relief

25 tablets

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 7c510c71-db3f-4351-88ad-ddc9929e7a48 · Version 3
NDC: 55910-850