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# Bisacodyl Suppository

Package insert / prescribing information
Dosage form: suppository
Drug class: Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 21, 2022.

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## ACTIVE INGREDIENT

Bisacodyl, 10 mg

## PURPOSE

Stimulant Laxative

## USES

- For relief of occasional constipation
- This product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

## Warnings

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

### Do not use

- more than one 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 seal under product lid is torn, damaged, or open

### Ask a doctor before use

- if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persist 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.

### Keep out of reach of children

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

## DIRECTIONS

Adults and children 12 years of age and older | Children 6 to 12 years | Children under 6
One suppository once daily | 1/2 suppository once daily | Ask a doctor.

- 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

## Related/similar drugs

MiraLAX, erythromycin, Colace, docusate, bisacodyl, senna, magnesium oxide

## 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 INGREDIENT

hydrogenated vegetable oil

## PACKAGE INFORMATION

CVS pharmacy
NDC 50730-1016-0
Compare to the active
ingredient in Dulcolax®
NEW!
Gentle
LAXATIVE
SUPPOSITORIES
Bisacodyl USP
GUARANTEED RELIEF
Gentle Yet Effective
16 Suppositories (10mg each)
Comfort Shaped
Distributed by CVS Pharmacy, Inc. One CVS Drive
Woonsocket, RI 02895 ©CVS/pharmacy
www.cvs.com 1-800-shop-CVS
This product is not manufactured or distributed by Boehringer Ingelhem
Consumer Healthcare, owner of the registered trademark Dulcolax®.

BISACODYL Bisacodyl Suppository

Product Information
Product Type | HUMAN OTC DRUG | Item Code (Source) | NDC:50730-1016
Route of Administration | RECTAL | DEA Schedule |

Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name | Basis of Strength | Strength
bisacodyl (bisacodyl) | bisacodyl | 10 mg

Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name | Strength
fat, hard |

Packaging
# | Item Code | Package Description
1 | NDC:50730-1016-0 | 16 SUPPOSITORY (SUPPOSITORY) in 1 BOX

Marketing Information
Marketing Category | Application Number or Monograph Citation | Marketing Start Date | Marketing End Date
OTC monograph final | part334 | 01/01/2009 |

Labeler - H and P Industries, Inc. dba Triad Group (050259597)

H and P Industries, Inc. dba Triad Group

## Frequently asked questions

- Dulcolax - How long does it take for bisacodyl to clear your system?

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#### Other brands

Dulcolax

### Related treatment guides

- Bowel Preparation
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