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Laxative

Dosage form
SUPPOSITORY
Labeler
Chain Drug Marketing Association, Inc.
Label updated
2021-05-19
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
BISACODYL
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Active ingredient

Active ingredient (in each Suppository)

Bisacodyl, 10 mg

Purpose

Stimulant Laxative

Label information

Keep out of reach of children.

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

Uses
  • For relief of occasional constipation
  • This product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour
Do not use
  • more than once per day
  • for a period of longer than one week unless directed by a doctor
  • laxative products when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor
  • if sealed film around the suppository is torn, damaged, or open
Ask a doctor
  • before use if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of two weeks
  • if you are pregnant or nursing a baby
Stop use and ask a doctor

if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition.

Directions

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

  • Detach one suppository from the strip and remove from foil
  • Carefully insert one suppository well into the rectum
  • Do not use more than once per day
Other information
  • Store at room temperature: 15° - 30° C (59° - 86° F) Do not exceed 30° C (86° F)
  • Individually sealed for your protection. Do not use if foil is torn or open.
Inactive ingredients

hydrogenated vegetable oil

Warnings

For rectal use only.


May cause abdominal discomfort, faintness, rectal burning, and mild cramps.


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[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: aa8e1cb0-cc92-47e8-8a69-f43da94bede3 · Version 3
NDC: 63868-328