Taisho Pharmaceutical Colac

Features

◆Colace is a laxative that is effective against chronic constipation and habitual constipation. Bisacodyl directly stimulates the large intestine, promoting bowel movements and encouraging bowel movements.

[Class 2 OTC drug]

Efficacy and effectiveness

chronic constipation, habitual constipation

<Notes regarding efficacy and effectiveness>

Dosage and Administration

In general, for adults, take 2 tablets once a day with water or lukewarm water without chewing, before bedtime or a few hours before the expected bowel movement.
adult:
[Single dose: number of times to be taken]
2 tablets, once daily

<Caution regarding usage and dosage>

(1) Please strictly adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage.
(2) Take the medicine on an empty stomach, if possible.
(3) Avoid taking this medicine within one hour of taking antacids* or milk. (This medicine may dissolve in the stomach due to antacids or milk, and may not exert its expected effect.)
*Antacids: An ingredient found in many stomach medications that works to neutralize stomach acid.
(4) Take the tablet as is, without chewing or crushing it. (This drug has a special coating to ensure that the active ingredients can fully exert their potential and act in the large intestine.)
(5) How to take out the tablets
Press firmly with your fingertips on the raised part of the PTP sheet containing the tablets to break the aluminum foil on the back, remove the tablets and take them. (If swallowed by mistake, it may lead to unexpected accidents such as the tablet piercing the esophageal mucosa.)

Ingredients and quantities

In 2 tablets
Bisacodyl 10mg

[Additives]

White sugar, talc, gum arabic, castor oil, methacrylic acid copolymer S, methacrylic acid copolymer L, corn starch, magnesium stearate, glycerin, titanium oxide, lactose, red No. 3, carnauba wax, white beeswax, macrogol

<Notes regarding ingredients and quantities>

Dosage form

Tablets (oral use)

Usage notes

■Things you shouldn't do
(If you do not follow these instructions, your current symptoms may worsen or you may be more susceptible to side effects.)
1. Do not take the following medicines while taking this drug:
Other laxatives (purgatives)
2. Do not take large amounts
■Things to consult about
1. The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor before taking this medicine.
(1) People who are receiving medical treatment.
(2) Pregnant women or those who are thought to be pregnant.
(3) People with the following symptoms:
Severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting
2. If the following symptoms occur after taking this medicine, these may be side effects, so stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this leaflet. [Affected area: Symptoms]
Digestive tract: Severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting
3. The following symptoms may occur after taking this medicine. If these symptoms persist or worsen, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this leaflet.
diarrhea
4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for about one week, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this leaflet.

Storage and handling precautions

(1) Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not take products that have passed their expiration date.