Senokot
Purpose of Senokot
Senokot is an over-the-counter medication used to treat constipation. Senokot will generally produce a bowel movement in 6-12 hours.
Active Ingredients
Senokot: sennosides 8.6 mg
SenokotXTRA: sennosides 17.2 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Senokot: dicalcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, pregalatinized starch
SenokotXTRA: croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, hypromellulose, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil, stearic acid, talc, tartaric acid
Senokot FDA Warning
Do not use laxative products for more than 7 days unless directed by a physician.
Consult a physician before use if you have:
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continue for 14 days
Stop use and consult a physician if:
- you have rectal bleeding
- you fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative
These two occurrences may indicate a more serious issue.
If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a physician before use.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
Directions
Senokot:
Take in the evening or as directed by a physician.
For adults and children 12 years and over:
- starting dose - 2 tablets once daily
- maximum dose - 4 tablets twice daily
SenokotXTRA:
Take in the evening or as directed by a physician.
For adults and children 12 years and over:
- starting dose - 1 tablet daily
- maximum dose - 2 tablets twice daily
Pediatric Use
Senokot:
Take in the evening or as directed by a physician.
For children 6 to under 12 years:
- starting dose - 1 tablet daily
- maximum dose - 2 tablets twice daily
For children 2 to under 6 years
- starting dose - ½ tablet daily
- maximum dose - 1 tablet twice daily
For children under 2 years, consult a physician.
SenokotXTRA:
For children 6 to under 12 years:
- starting dose - ½ tablet daily
- maximum dose - 1 tablet twice daily
For children under 6 years, consult a physician.
Other Information About Senokot
Senokot:
- Each tablet contains 10 mg calcium.
- Store at room temperature.
SenokotXTRA:
- Each tablet contains 20 mg calcium.
- Store at room temperature.