Stimulant LaxativeGentle
- Dosage form
- TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE
- Labeler
- CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATED
- Label updated
- 2026-08-24
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- BISACODYL
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
if you cannot swallow without chewing.
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
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, and cramps
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. 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.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- do not take more than directed
- take with a glass of water
| adults and children 12 years and over | take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose |
| children 6 to under 12 years | take 1 tablet in a single daily dose |
| children under 6 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
- avoid excessive humidity
- see end flap for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
acacia, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid and ethyl acrylate copolymer, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions or comments?
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NDC 51316-327-03
actual size
Gentle
STIMULANT
LAXATIVE
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
Compare to Dulcolax® Laxative
Tablets active ingredient*
Dependable Constipation Relief
10 TABLETS
OVERNIGHT
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: cb6d0135-92c6-4078-954c-b7549302145f · Version 5
NDC: 51316-327