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Senna Laxative

Senna Laxative is a brand of Senna Laxative.

(s) relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours.

Checked against the official label · Updated

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral

Senna Laxative: quick answers

Used for
(s) relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours.
Usual adult dose
Adults and children 12 years of age and over 2 tablets once a day 4 tablets twice a day.
Infancia
Children 6 to under 12 years 1 tablet once a day 2 tablets twice a day.
Prescription
Sold without prescription in the United States; rules differ by country.

From the official label (Jun 2024). Your prescription and pharmacist come first.

How to use Senna Laxative

Lo que dice el prospecto oficial. Si te lo recetó un médico, sigue la receta. Si el prospecto de tu caja es distinto, manda el de tu caja.

Para quién es

(s) relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours

Cómo tomarlo y con qué frecuencia
  • 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 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 1/2 tablet once a day 1 tablet twice a day
  • Children under 2 years
  • Ask a doctor
  • Ask a doctor
Talk to a doctor first if

Ask a doctor before use if stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks

Warnings

Do not use laxative products for longer than one week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if 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 could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children In case of accidental overdose, contact a doctor or Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Posibles efectos secundarios

You have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

Si olvidas una dosis

Tómala en cuanto te acuerdes, salvo que falte poco para la siguiente. En ese caso, sáltate la olvidada. Nunca tomes dos dosis a la vez para compensar. Revisa tu prospecto, porque algunos medicamentos son distintos.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2024-06-18.

Check your pack of Senna Laxative

Type the registration number on the pack, or scan it with your camera.

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Questions about Senna Laxative

What is in Senna Laxative?

Senna Laxative contains Senna Laxative. Other brands with the same active ingredient work the same way; the dose and strength on your pack are what matter.

What is Senna Laxative used for?

(s) relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement in 6-12 hours (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Senna Laxative?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: 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 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 1/2 tablet once a day 1 tablet twice a day children under 2 years ask a doctor ask a doctor…

Can I take Senna Laxative while breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

Do I need a prescription for Senna Laxative?

In many countries Senna Laxative is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What are the side effects of Senna Laxative?

The official label lists: you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. Tell your doctor about any side effect that bothers you or does not go away.

Can children take Senna Laxative?

The label gives a separate dose by age: children 12 years of age and over 2 tablets once a day 4 tablets twice a day children 6 to under 12 years. Check the pack or ask a pharmacist.

Can I take Senna Laxative when pregnant or breastfeeding?

If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use. Ask your doctor or midwife first.

How can I check that my Senna Laxative is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.

Sources

This page shows what official sources say, in plain words. It is not medical advice: your prescription and your doctor or pharmacist come first. Brand names, strengths and rules differ between countries.