The Carter’s Little Pills laxative is a sodium-free option designed to relieve occasional, short-term or chronic constipation and irregularity. This 25 TB package features the Little Pills variant and is suitable for adults and children 6 years and older when used as directed.
Key benefits
- Acts to support bowel movement with a gentle, targeted laxative action.
- Designed for adults and children 6-12 years with age-appropriate dosing guidance.
- Designed for short-term relief, with expected results in 6-12 hours.
- Sodium-free formulation suitable for individuals avoiding sodium intake.
- Clear dosage instructions help ensure proper use without guesswork.
Ingredients and components
- Active Ingredient: Bisacodyl 5 mg per tablet — a stimulant laxative that helps stimulate bowel movements in the colon.
Usage and suitability
- Adults: take 1 to 3 tablets daily in a single dose.
- Children 6-12 years: take 1 tablet daily in a single dose. Consult a doctor for children less than 6 years.
- Do not chew or crush tablets and swallow them whole.
- Do not take within 1 hour before or after taking an antacid and/or milk.
- Do not use if abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting is present, and do not use laxatives for longer than one week without medical advice.
- Prolonged use may lead to dependence on laxatives for bowel function; keep out of reach of children.
Storage and safety tips: keep safely out of reach of children and follow the included product instructions for dosage and duration. This product is intended for occasional relief and is not a substitute for medical advice.
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How to use Carter’s Little Pills
Follow the dosage guidance below to use Little Pills safely and effectively for occasional relief from constipation.
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Check dosing
Adults: determine if 1 to 3 tablets in a single dose is appropriate for your needs. Children 6-12 years: use 1 tablet in a single dose. Do not use for under 6 years without medical advice.
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Take the tablets
Swallow tablets whole with water. Do not crush or chew. Avoid taking with milk or within 1 hour of an antacid.
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Wait for results
Expect to see relief within 6-12 hours after taking the dose for adults and older children as directed.
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Safety check
If you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting, do not use the product. Do not use laxatives for longer than one week without consulting a doctor. Keep out of reach of children.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this safe for children?
Yes, children 6-12 years may take 1 tablet daily in a single dose. Do not use for children under 6 without a doctor’s guidance. Do not exceed the recommended dosing.
What should I avoid after taking this laxative?
Do not chew or crush tablets; swallow whole. Do not take within 1 hour before or after taking an antacid and/or milk. If abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting occurs, discontinue use and consult a doctor.
How long until I see results?
Expect results in 6-12 hours after taking the dose. For adults, 1 to 3 tablets can be taken in a single daily dose as directed.
What is the active ingredient and what does it do?
The active ingredient is Bisacodyl 5 mg per tablet. It is a stimulant laxative that helps induce bowel movements to relieve constipation.
How should I store this product?
Keep the product out of reach of children and store as directed on the packaging. Do not use this laxative for longer than one week without consulting a doctor.
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