Fleet 5 mg/1

bisacodyl · TABLET, COATED · C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.

1 Recall on Record

Plain English

Fleet is a tablet, coated containing bisacodyl at 5 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by C.B. Fleet Company, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name: Fleet
Generic Name: bisacodyl
NDC Code (Product): 0132-0401
Manufacturer: C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Strength: 5 mg/1
Dosage Form: TABLET, COATED
Route: ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #: M007
Drug Class: Stimulant Laxative [EPC]
Marketing Start: 06/21/2024

Recall History

1 Recall on Record

Class II06/23/2022

Family Dollar Stores, Llc.

CGMP Deviations: product held outside appropriate storage temperature conditions.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

nausea2,898 reports

constipation2,598 reports

fatigue2,325 reports

pain2,287 reports

off label use2,267 reports

drug ineffective2,228 reports

vomiting2,122 reports

dyspnoea2,104 reports

diarrhoea1,879 reports

pneumonia1,797 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses for relief of fecal impaction for relief of occasional constipation for removal of residue after barium administration This product usually produces a bowel movement in 2 to 15 minutes.

Dosage & Administration

Directions Single Daily Dosage (per 24 hours) adults and children 12 years and over 1 bottle per day children 2 to under 12 years one-half bottle children under 2 years DO NOT USE

Warnings

Warnings For rectal use only . Do not use when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor. Ask a doctor before using this product if you have a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks already used a laxative for more than 1 week Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding no bowel movement within 15 minutes of using this product These symptoms may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fleet used for?

Fleet contains bisacodyl. It is a tablet, coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Fleet a controlled substance?

Fleet is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Fleet?

The generic name for Fleet is bisacodyl. There are 12 other brand versions of bisacodyl.

What is the NDC code for Fleet 5 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Fleet 5 mg/1 is 0132-0401, listed by C.B. Fleet Company, Inc..

Product NDC

0132-0401

Package NDC

0132-0401-25

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