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Dulcolax Suppository Prescribing Information

Package insert / product label
Generic name: bisacodyl
Dosage form: suppository
Drug class: Laxatives

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 24, 2023.

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each suppository)Purpose
Bisacodyl USP 10 mg ..... Stimulant laxative

Indications and Usage for Dulcolax Suppository

  • for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 15 minutes to 1 hour

Warnings

For rectal use only

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 it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness, rectal burning and mild cramps

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

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Dulcolax Suppository Dosage and Administration

adults and children 12 years of age and over1 suppository in a single daily dose. Peel open plastic. Insert suppository well into rectum, pointed end first. Retain about 15 to 20 minutes.
children 6 to under 12 years of age1/2 suppository in a single daily dose
children under 2 years of ageask a doctor

Storage and Handling

  • do not store above 30°C (86°F)

Inactive ingredient

hydrogenated vegetable oil

Dulcolax Suppository Carton
DULCOLAX
bisacodyl suppository
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:0597-0052
Route of AdministrationRECTAL
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
bisacodyl (UNII: 10X0709Y6I) (bisacodyl - UNII:10X0709Y6I) bisacodyl10 mg
Product Characteristics
ColorWHITEScore
ShapeBULLETSize
FlavorImprint Code
Contains
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:0597-0052-164 in 1 CARTON
14 in 1 BLISTER PACK
2NDC:0597-0052-287 in 1 CARTON
24 in 1 BLISTER PACK
3NDC:0597-0052-341 in 1 CARTON
34 in 1 BLISTER PACK
4NDC:0597-0052-382 in 1 CARTON
44 in 1 BLISTER PACK
5NDC:0597-0052-441 in 1 CARTON
51 in 1 BLISTER PACK
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
OTC monograph not finalpart33404/01/2002
Labeler - Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (603175944)
Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
Istituto De Angeli S.r.l.436912369MANUFACTURE

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