Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Constipation and bowel cleansers
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PEDIA-LAX QUICK DISSOLVE STRIPS |
| Manufacturer |
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Fleet, C.B., Company |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Stimulant. |
| Generic Name |
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Standardized sennosides 8.6mg; per strip; grape-flavored. |
| Indications |
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Occasional constipation. |
| Children |
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<2yrs: not recommended. Allow strip to dissolve on tongue. 2–5yrs: 1 strip daily; max 2 strips/24hrs. 6–11yrs: 2 strips daily; max 4 strips/24hrs. Results usually within 6–12hrs; reevaluate if ineffective. |
| Precautions |
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Discontinue if rectal bleeding or no bowel movement occurs. |
| How Supplied |
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Strips—12 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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