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.