What is Alophen? Uses, warnings & side effects

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Swallow the tablet whole. Do not chew or crush it.

Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.

If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.

It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. Drink 6 to 8 glasses of liquid daily.

Swallow the capsule, tablet, or coated tablet whole. Do not break, crush, or chew it.

The chewable tablet should be completely chewed before you swallow it.

Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.

The granules may be eaten plain, mixed with liquids such as milk, or sprinkled on soft food (such as applesauce or yogurt).

You may need to shake the oral liquid before you use it.

Dissolve the powder in water or fruit juice, and drink the mixture right away.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

Oral routeAsk your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.

Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to bisacodyl.

You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any stimulant laxatives, or if you have intestinal blockage, signs of appendicitis (severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting), or rectal bleeding of unknown cause.

You may not see results for several hours after you have taken this medicine.

Make sure your doctor knows if you cannot swallow the tablet without chewing.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you do not have a bowel movement in 12 hours, or if you have rectal bleeding.

Tell your doctor if your constipation does not improve after using this medicine for 1 week.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

Before using this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or a sudden change in bowel habits.

You should not give this medicine to a child under 6 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if have diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease.

Do not give laxatives to children under 6 years old unless you talk to your doctor.

You should not use this laxative for longer than 1 week unless approved by your doctor. Laxatives may be habit-forming and can harm your bowels if you use them too long.

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Do not use this medicine within 1 hour after drinking milk or taking an antacid.

Before using this medicine, make sure your doctor knows if you have stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or a sudden change in bowel habits.

Make sure your doctor knows if you cannot swallow the tablet without chewing.

Tell your doctor if your constipation does not improve after using this medicine for 1 week.

You should not give this medicine to a child under 6 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.

You may not see results for several hours after you have taken this medicine.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor right away if you do not have a bowel movement in 12 hours, or if you have rectal bleeding.

You should not use a laxative within 2 hours before or after taking other medicines.

You should not use a laxative containing bisacodyl, such as Dulcolax®, within 1 hour before or after drinking milk or taking an antacid.

You should not use this laxative for longer than 1 week unless approved by your doctor. Laxatives may be habit-forming and can harm your bowels if you use them too long.