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Dulcolax Simulant Laxative
bisacodyl · Dulcolax Simulant 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, film coated
- Label holder
- Chattem, Inc.
- FDA application
- 505G(a)(3)
- Label updated
- 04/01/2025
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 start with 1 tablet/day. If needed, increase to 2 or 3 tablets a day in a single daily dose. children 6 to under 12 years of age 1 tablet per day 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 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.
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
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
Glycerol monostearate, hypromellose, iron oxides, lactose, macrogol 6000, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid - ethyl acrylate copolymer, polysorbate 80, pregelatinized maize starch, stearic acid, triethyl citrate, water
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, film coated | 5 mg | oral | 1 |
Manufacturers and labels
1 FDA label
- Chattem, Inc.Shown here505G(a)(3) · Label 04/01/2025 · NDC 41167-0101Full 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...
Dulcolax Simulant Laxative: common questions
- What is Dulcolax Simulant Laxative used for?
- ● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity ● this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
- Is Dulcolax Simulant Laxative a prescription drug?
- No. Dulcolax Simulant Laxative is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
- Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Dulcolax Simulant Laxative?
- Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include gentle laxative, Bisacodyl, Laxative, Womens Gentle Laxative.
- Who makes Dulcolax Simulant Laxative?
- Chattem, Inc. lists Dulcolax Simulant Laxative with the FDA.
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 04/01/2025 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice