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Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative
bisacodyl · Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative is a stimulant laxative (over-the-counter) containing bisacodyl, made by Chattem, Inc..
- Type
- Over the counter
- Drug class
- Stimulant Laxative
- Route
- Oral
- Manufacturers
- 1
● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity ● this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Drug facts
- Generic name
- bisacodyl
- Active ingredients
- Bisacodyl
- Drug class
- Stimulant Laxative
- Dosage forms
- Tablet, coated
- Label holder
- Chattem, Inc.
- FDA application
- 505G(a)(3)
- Label updated
- 02/05/2025
Active ingredients
(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
Directions
Take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years of age and over 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet in a single daily dose children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
Warnings
Do not use
- If you cannot swallow without chewing Ask a doctor before use if you have
- Stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- Noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks When using this product
- It may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
- Do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- Do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk Stop use and ask a doctor if
- You have rectal bleeding or fail to have a 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 b reast-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.
Do not use
- If you cannot swallow without chewing
Ask a doctor before use
- Stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- Noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
When using this product
- It may cause stomach discomfort, faintness and cramps
- Do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- Do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
Stop use and ask a doctor
- You have rectal bleeding or fail to have a 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
Pregnancy or breastfeeding
If pregnant or b reast-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.
Inactive ingredients
Acacia senegal gum, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C red #27 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxides, lactose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions?
Call 1- 866 - 844 - 2798 or visit www.Dulcolax.com Keep carton as it contains important product information.
Forms and strengths
From the FDA NDC Directory · 1 product codes
| Dosage form | Strength | Route | NDCs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tablet, coated | 5 mg | oral | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Chattem, Inc.Shown here505G(a)(3) · Label 02/05/2025 · NDC 41167-0290Full label
Related recalls
FDA drug recalls that name this drug or its active ingredient
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- 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...
Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative: common questions
- What is Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative used for?
- ● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity ● this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
- Is Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative a prescription drug?
- No. Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include gentle laxative, Bisacodyl, Laxative, Womens Gentle Laxative.
- Who makes Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative?
- Chattem, Inc. lists Dulcolax Pink Stimulant Laxative with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 02/05/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice