C-LAX LAXATIVE- bisacodyl tablet, delayed release

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

BISACODYL (UNII: 10X0709Y6I) (DEACETYLBISACODYL - UNII:R09078E41Y)

Available from:

CVS Pharmacy

INN (International Name):

BISACODYL

Composition:

BISACODYL 5 mg

Administration route:

ORAL

Prescription type:

OTC DRUG

Therapeutic indications:

Stimulant laxative - for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) - this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

Authorization status:

OTC monograph not final

Summary of Product characteristics

C-LAX LAXATIVE- BISACODYL TABLET, DELAYED RELEASE
CVS PHARMACY
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CVS 44-676
_ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH TABLET)_
Bisacodyl USP, 5 mg
_PURPOSE_
Stimulant laxative
_USES_
for relief of occasional constipation (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
a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
do not chew or crush tablet(s)
do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
you may have 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_
store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C
(59°-86°F)
avoid excessive humidity
use by expiration date on package
_INACTIVE INGREDIENTS_
carmine, colloidal silicon dioxide, corn starch, FD&C red #40 aluminum
lake,
hypromellose, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid,
microcrystalline cellulose, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, shellac
wax, simethicone,
sodium bicarbonate, sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc,
titanium dioxide, triacetin,
triethyl citrate
_QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?_
1-800-426-9391
_PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL_
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C-LAX
LAXATIVE
BISACODYL USP, 5 MG
Stimulant laxative
ENTERIC COATED
FOR GENTLE, DEPENDABLE
CONSTIPATION RELIEF
Actual Size
250 TABLETS
TAMPER