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Senokot 17.2 mg/1

standardized senna concentrate · TABLET, FILM COATED · Atlantis Consumer Healthcare, Inc.

No Recall History
Plain English

Senokot is an over-the-counter laxative containing senna that works by stimulating bowel movements to relieve constipation. It is taken by mouth in tablet form.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Senokot
Generic Name
standardized senna concentrate
NDC Code (Product)
67618-120
Manufacturer
Atlantis Consumer Healthcare, Inc.
Strength
17.2 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M007
Marketing Start
09/01/1988

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

fatigue1,886 reports
constipation1,423 reports
pain1,375 reports
nausea1,252 reports
headache1,190 reports
diarrhoea1,083 reports
off label use1,082 reports
dyspnoea1,040 reports
pneumonia1,017 reports
pyrexia985 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6–12 hours

Dosage & Administration

Directions take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor age starting dosage maximum dosage adults and children 12 years of age and over 2 tablets oncea day 4 tablets twicea day children 6 to under12 years 1 tablet once aday 2 tablets twicea day children 2 to under6 years 1/2 tablet oncea day 1 tablet twicea day children under2 years ask a doctor ask a doctor

Warnings

Warnings

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Senokot used for?

Senokot is an over-the-counter laxative containing senna that works by stimulating bowel movements to relieve constipation. It is taken by mouth in tablet form.

Is Senokot a controlled substance?

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

What is the generic name for Senokot?

The generic name for Senokot is standardized senna concentrate. There are 3 other brand versions of standardized senna concentrate.

What is the NDC code for Senokot 17.2 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Senokot 17.2 mg/1 is 67618-120, listed by Atlantis Consumer Healthcare, Inc..

Product NDC

67618-120

Package NDC

67618-120-06

Other Senokot Dosages

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