Taisho Pharmaceutical Colac Suppositories

Features

◆Colac suppository type contains tiny carbon dioxide gas spheres that act directly on the rectum to promote gentle bowel movements.
◆The effect will appear approximately 10 to 30 minutes after use.
◆Can be used from age 12.

[Class 3 OTC drug]

Efficacy and effectiveness

constipation

<Notes regarding efficacy and effectiveness>

Dosage and Administration

For children 12 years of age or older, insert one tablet into the rectum at a time. If this does not work, insert one more tablet.
Do not use if under 12 years of age.
■This medicine is to be inserted into the anus. Do not take it orally.

<Caution regarding usage and dosage>

(1) Please strictly adhere to the prescribed usage and dosage.
(2) After using this medication, please refrain from using the toilet until you feel the urge to defecate.
(If you attempt to defecate immediately after use, only the medication will be expelled and the medicine may not be effective.)
(3) If used by children aged 12 or older, please use under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.
(4) If the medicine is soft, allow it to cool for a while before using it.
If it is too hard, leave it at room temperature for a while and use it after it has softened.
(5) This medication should only be used in the anus.

Ingredients and quantities

Per piece (2.6g) <br>Sodium bicarbonate 0.5g
Anhydrous sodium dihydrogen phosphate 0.68g

[Additives]

Silica, soy lecithin, hard fat

<Notes regarding ingredients and quantities>

Dosage form

Suppositories (for external use - insertion)

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 use if you are:
People who have experienced allergic symptoms due to this drug or its ingredients.
2. Do not take or use any of the following medicines while using this drug. Other laxatives (laxatives, enemas)
3. Do not use continuously (If you use it regularly, the effect will weaken (you will become accustomed to it) and you will tend to depend on the medicine.)
■Things to consult about
1. The following people should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor before use. (1) People who are receiving medical treatment.
(2) People who have experienced allergic symptoms due to medication, etc.
(3) People with the following symptoms:
Severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting
2. If the following symptoms occur after use, these may be side effects, so discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this instruction manual. [Affected area: Symptoms]
Digestive system: diarrhea, feeling of incomplete stool In rare cases, the following serious symptoms may occur. If this occurs, consult a doctor immediately.
[Name of symptom: Symptom]
Shock: Immediately after use, symptoms may include chest tightness, pale complexion, cold hands and feet, cold sweat, and shortness of breath.
3. If you do not have a bowel movement after using the product 2 to 3 times, discontinue use and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered distributor with this instruction manual. ■Other notes <br>The following symptoms may appear: Irritation in the anal area, abdominal discomfort, abdominal pain

Storage and handling precautions

(1) Store in a cool, dry place below 30°C, out of direct sunlight. However, after opening the aluminum bag, store any unused portion in a cool, dry place (below 15°C) out of direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) When storing, place the suppository back in the aluminum bag with the tip facing down, place it in the outer box, and store it upright according to the markings.
(4) Do not transfer the product to another container. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(5) Do not use the product after the expiration date (printed on the aluminum bag or outer box). Even if the product is within the expiration date, please use it as soon as possible after opening (to maintain quality).