What is Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx used for?

This medicine is used as a laxative to relieve constipation

If you have any questions about your medicine, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. This medicine is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about this medicine. If you have any questions about your medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

How should Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx be stored?

Store in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets

General drug information:

When should Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx not be taken?

Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to any ingredient in this medicine if you have blockage of gut if you have intestinal obstruction if you have compressed and hardened faeces causing a blockage of the bowel (faecal impaction)

What precautions should I follow when taking Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx?

Before using this medicine, tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condition like heart disease, lung disease, impairment of kidney or liver functions.

What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx?

Avoid prolonged use of this medicine.

What are the side effects of Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx?

Most severe: Severe allergic or toxic reaction.

Most common: Mild cramping

Other: None

How should I take Senokot/Sennosides - non Rx?

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of the medicine you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking this medication without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more medication than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking this medication. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.