Senokot® Extra Strength
Gentle, Dependable, Overnight Constipation Relief in a double-strength tablet
Senokot Extra Strength tablets work differently than other laxatives because they’re made from the senna plant, a natural vegetable laxative ingredient.
Senokot Extra Strength can be taken at bedtime and generally helps relieve constipation in 6-12 hours.
Extra Strength, Just as Gentle.
Senokot® Extra Strength
Gentle, Dependable, Overnight Constipation Relief in a double-strength tablet
Senokot Extra Strength tablets work differently than other laxatives because they’re made from the senna plant, a natural vegetable laxative ingredient.
Senokot Extra Strength can be taken at bedtime and generally helps relieve constipation in 6-12 hours.
Extra Strength, Just as Gentle.
DIRECTIONS
Taking your dose of Senokot® Extra Strength at bedtime is recommended to help relieve constipation overnight. Refer to the Senokot® Extra Strength Laxatives package for dosing instructions or see the chart below. Whenever you are unsure about what to do, please call your physician or pharmacist for advice.
Take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor.
| Age | Starting Dosage | Maximum Dosage |
|---|---|---|
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over | 1 tablet once a day | 2 tablets twice a day |
| Children 6 to under 12 years | 1/2 tablet once a day | 1 tablet once a day |
| Children under 6 years | Ask a doctor | Ask a doctor |
DRUG FACTS
Active Ingredient (in each tablet): Sennosides 17.2mg
Purpose: Laxative
Uses
Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
Generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Warnings
Do not use
Laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
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.
Other information
Each tablet contains: calcium 20 mg
Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
Croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, hypromellose, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, stearic acid, talc, tartaric acid