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Fleet Stimulant Laxative Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Bisacodyl 5mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Stimulant.
How Supplied
Tabs—25; Supps—4; Enema—37mL
Manufacturer
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Indications
Indications
Occasional constipation.
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Dosage and Administration
Adult
Swallow whole. 1–3 tabs daily. Results usually in 6–12 hrs; reevaluate if ineffective.
Children
<6yrs: not recommended. 6–11yrs: 1 tab daily. Results usually in 6–12 hrs; reevaluate if ineffective.
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Contraindications
Not Applicable
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs.
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Interactions
Interactions
Tabs: Do not take within 1hr after antacid, milk.
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Abdominal discomfort, faintness, cramps; also supps, enema: rectal burning.
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Clinical Trials
See Literature
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Note
Not Applicable
Fleet Stimulant Laxative Patient Counseling
See Literature
