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Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg/1

Sennosides · TABLET, FILM COATED · CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC

2 Recalls on Record
Plain English

Vegetable Laxative is a tablet, film coated containing sennosides at 8.6 mg/1, taken oral. Manufactured by CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC.

Key Facts

Brand Name
Vegetable Laxative
Generic Name
Sennosides
NDC Code (Product)
63868-579
Manufacturer
CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC
Strength
8.6 mg/1
Dosage Form
TABLET, FILM COATED
Route
ORAL
Marketing Status
Application #
505G(a)(3)
Marketing Start
12/08/2020

Recall History

2 Recalls on Record
Class II08/02/2017

The Harvard Drug Group

Microbial contamination of Non-sterile Products; presence of yeast and potential B. cepacia contamination

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II08/16/2017

Pharmatech LLC

Microbial Contamination of Non Sterile Product; presence of yeast and potential B. cepacia contamination

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

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

off label use581 reports
pain556 reports
pyrexia532 reports
asthma528 reports
fatigue527 reports
constipation526 reports
headache509 reports
dyspnoea499 reports
febrile neutropenia475 reports
drug ineffective437 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally, produces bowel movement in 6 to 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 and over 2 tablets once a day 4 tablets twice a day children 6 to under 12 years 1 tablet once a day 2 tablets twice a day children 2 to under 6 years ½ tablet once a day 1 tablet twice a day children under 2 years ask a doctor ask a doctor

Warnings

Warnings Do not use if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vegetable Laxative used for?

Vegetable Laxative contains Sennosides. It is a tablet, film coated taken oral. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is Vegetable Laxative a controlled substance?

Vegetable Laxative is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for Vegetable Laxative?

The generic name for Vegetable Laxative is Sennosides. There are 11 other brand versions of Sennosides.

What is the NDC code for Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg/1?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg/1 is 63868-579, listed by CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC.

Product NDC

63868-579

Package NDC

63868-579-01

Other Vegetable Laxative Dosages

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