Medique Medi-lax Enteric Coated: Package Insert and Label Information
MEDIQUE MEDI-LAX ENTERIC COATED- bisacodyl tablet, sugar coated
Unifirst First Aid Corporation
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Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each tablet)
Bisacodyl USP 5 mg
Purpose
Stimulant laxative
Uses
- for the temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours
Warnings
Do not use if you cannot swallow without chewing.
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
- do not chew or crush tablet(s)
- do not use within 1 hour after taking an antacid or milk
- it may cause stomach discomfort, faintness or 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.
- 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Adults and children 12 years and older: 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
Children under 12 years: do not give to children under 12 years of age
Other information
- store between 68º to 77ºF (20º to 25ºC)
- tamper evident sealed blister pack(s)
- do not use if a blister unit is torn, broken or shows any signs of tampering
Inactive ingredients
acacia, ammonium hydroxide, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, colloidal anhydrous silica, corn starch, D&C Yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C Yellow #6 aluminum lake, hypromellose, iron oxide black, lactose anhydrous, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polydextrose, polyethylene glycol, polyvinyl acetate phthalate, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac glaze, simethicone, sodium alginate, sodium benzoate, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide, triacetin, triethyl citrate
Questions or comments
Call 1-800-634-7680
Medique Medi-lax Label
Medique®
Medi-lax
Stimulant Laxative
Bisacodyl Delayed-Release Tablets USP, 5 mg
*Compare to the active ingredients in Ducolax®
Enteric Coated Tablets
Tamper Evident Blister Pack
25 Tablets
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Labeler — Unifirst First Aid Corporation (832947092) |
Revised: 03/2020 Unifirst First Aid Corporation
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