Ex-lax Regular Strength

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Constipation and bowel cleansers

Ex-lax Regular Strength Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Sennosides 15mg; per piece; chocolate flavor; sodium-free; contains potassium 10mg/piece.

Pharmacological Class

Stimulant.

How Supplied

Reg strength pieces—12, 18, 48
Max strength tabs—24, 48, 90

Ex-lax Regular Strength Indications

Indications

Occasional constipation.

Ex-lax Regular Strength Dosage and Administration

Adult

Chew 2 pieces once or twice daily; max duration 1 week. Results usually within 6–12hrs.

Children

<6yrs: individualize. 6–12yrs: chew 1 piece once or twice daily; max duration 1 week. Results usually within 6–12hrs.

Ex-lax Regular Strength Contraindications

Not Applicable

Ex-lax Regular Strength Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Ex-lax Regular Strength Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

Ex-lax Regular Strength Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Ex-lax Regular Strength Interactions

Interactions

Separate other drugs by at least 2 hours.

Ex-lax Regular Strength Adverse Reactions

Not Applicable

Ex-lax Regular Strength Clinical Trials

See Literature

Ex-lax Regular Strength Note

Not Applicable

Ex-lax Regular Strength Patient Counseling

See Literature