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Bisacodyl
bisacodyl suppositories · Bisacodyl is a stimulant laxative (over-the-counter) containing bisacodyl suppositories, made by Oncor Pharmaceuticals.
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Stimulant Laxative
- Route
- Rectal
- Manufacturers
- 1
Directions - tear off one suppository from the strip - peel apart the wrapper - continue peeling apart to almost the full length of the suppository - gently remove the suppository from the wrapper - lie on your side and push suppository, with pointed end...
Drug facts
- Generic name
- bisacodyl suppositories
- Active ingredients
- Bisacodyl
- Drug class
- Stimulant Laxative
- Dosage forms
- Suppository
- Label holder
- Oncor Pharmaceuticals
- FDA application
- M007
- Label updated
- 01/24/2025
Active ingredients
(in each suppository) Purpose Bisacodyl USP 10 mg.............................................................Stimulant Laxative
Purpose
TAMPER EVIDENT: SUPPOSITORIES ARE WRAPPED IN TAMPER EVIDENT SEALED WRAPPERS. DO NOT USE IF WRAPPER IS TORN OR OPEN WHEN PURCHASED.
Uses
Directions - tear off one suppository from the strip - peel apart the wrapper - continue peeling apart to almost the full length of the suppository - gently remove the suppository from the wrapper - lie on your side and push suppository, with pointed end first, high into the rectum so it will not slip out - retain it for 15 to 20 minutes - Do not exceed recommended dose - if suppository seems soft, place in refrigerator for a short time before use. Adults and children 12 years and over 1 suppository once daily Children 6 to under 12 years 1/2 suppository once daily Children under 6 years Ask a doctor
Directions
Uses - relieves occasional constipation - this product generally produces a bowel movement in 15 minutes 1 hour
Warnings
For rectal use only Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present.
Ask a doctor before use
A sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period od 2 weeks.
When using this product
You may experience - rectal burning - mild cramps - abdominal discomfort - faintness
Stop use and ask a doctor
- you have rectal bleeding or you fail to have a bowel movement after using a laxative. These may be signs of a serious condition. - you need to use a laxative for more than one week
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children.
Pregnancy
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Inactive ingredients
Hydrogenated vegetable oil
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suppository | 10 mg | rectal | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Oncor PharmaceuticalsShown hereM007 · Label 01/24/2025 · NDC 83720-550Full label
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
- Class IIDrugOngoing08/31/2022QP LAXATIVE BISACODYL 5 MG TABLET 50 CT SKU 902449 QP WOMEN LAXATIVE BISCODYL TABLET 25 CT SKU 915221...Family Dollar Stores, Llc. · CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage...
- Class IIDrug08/17/2022Bisacodyl Suppositories, Fast Acting Stimulant Laxative, 100 suppositories per box, 10 mg each, Health...Mckesson Medical-Surgical Inc. Corporate Office · CGMP Deviations: products were stored outside the drug label...
- Class IIDrug06/19/2019Biscolax Laxative (Bisacodyl, USP 10 mg), a) 12 suppositories per carton, NDC: 0904-5058-12, b) 100...Torrent Pharma Inc · 3 products · cGMP Deviations: Potential product contamination with Burkholderia...
- Class IIDrug04/29/2015Bisacodyl active pharmaceutical ingredient packaged in varying grams or kg in bags or drums, Attix...Attix Pharmaceuticals · Penicillin Cross Contamination: All lots of all products...
- Class IIDrug01/22/2014BISACODYL EC, Tablet, 5 mg, Over The Counter, Distributed by: AidaPak Service, LLC, NDC 00904792760Aidapak Services, LLC · Labeling: Label Mixup; BISACODYL EC, Tablet, 5 mg may be...
Bisacodyl: common questions
- What is Bisacodyl used for?
- Directions - tear off one suppository from the strip - peel apart the wrapper - continue peeling apart to almost the full length of the suppository - gently remove the suppository from the wrapper - lie on your side and push suppository, with pointed end...
- Is Bisacodyl a prescription drug?
- No. Bisacodyl is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Bisacodyl?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include gentle laxative, Bisacodyl, Laxative, Womens Gentle Laxative.
- Who makes Bisacodyl?
- Oncor Pharmaceuticals lists Bisacodyl with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 01/24/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice