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Lax-Suppositories TM
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Active ingredients: bisacodyl
Brand name
(ARTG)
: LAX-SUPPOSITORIES bisacodyl 10mg strip packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For short-term treatment of constipation and for bowel evacuation before investigational procedures or surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Suppository
- Rectal
- A white to off-white spindly suppository
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 100 pack
- 50 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10 pack
- 12 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient bisacodyl
This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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