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Poly-Prep
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Poly-Prep

Generic name: bisacodyl, polyethylene glycol, lidocaine hcl and hydrocortisone acetate
Dosage form: kit

Bisacodyl 5mg Tablets

Active ingredient

Bisacodyl 5mg

Purpose

Stimulant laxative

Uses

-relieves 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
-you may have stomach discomfort, faintness or cramps

Stop use and ask a doctor if

-you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. 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.

Directions

-take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over- take 1 to 3 tablets in a single daily dose
children 6 to under 12 years of age - take 1 tablet in a single daily dose
children under 6 years of age - ask a doctor

Other information

-store at 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) excursions permitted between 15 degrees-30 degrees C (59 degrees-86 degrees F)
-use by expiration date on package
-protect from excessive humidity

Inactive ingredients

acacia, bees wax,