Slulac S 240 Tablets [Designated Class 2 OTC Drug]

Product Information

●Constipation is a condition in which the intestinal movement necessary for natural bowel movements has become sluggish, caused by irregular meals, stress, etc. When constipation continues, it can cause abdominal bloating, loss of appetite, and also rough skin.
●Surulac S is a laxative in which 2 kinds of ingredients, bisacodyl and sennoside calcium, help the sluggish movement of the intestines and smoothly expel accumulated stool. You can adjust the dose yourself within the range of 1 to 3 tablets according to the state of your constipation.
●The tablets are coated so that the active ingredients do not dissolve in the stomach but work effectively in the intestines.

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●Precautions for Use
■■Things You Must Not Do■■ (If not followed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects may become more likely.)
1. While taking this medicine, do not take the following medicines: other laxatives (purgatives)
2. Persons who are breastfeeding should not take this medicine, or should avoid breastfeeding if taking this medicine.
3. Do not take large amounts.
■■Things To Consult On■■
1. The following persons should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk before taking this medicine.
(1) Persons receiving treatment from a doctor.
(2) Persons who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant.
(3) Persons who have previously had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
(4) Persons with the following symptoms.
Severe abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after taking this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing these instructions with you. [Relevant Area] [Symptoms] Skin: Rash/redness, itching; Digestive system: Severe abdominal pain, nausea/vomiting
3. The following symptom may appear after taking this medicine. If it persists or worsens, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing these instructions with you.
Diarrhea
4. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medicine for about 1 week, stop taking it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing these instructions with you.


●Indications
○Constipation
○Relief of the following symptoms associated with constipation: heavy head, hot flushes, loss of appetite (decreased appetite), rough skin, pimples, abdominal bloating, abnormal intestinal fermentation, hemorrhoids


●Dosage and Administration
Take the following single dose once a day before bedtime (or on an empty stomach) with water or lukewarm water. However, use the minimum dose the first time, and then gradually increase or decrease the dose while monitoring your bowel movements and condition.
[Age] Adults (15 years and older)
[Single dose] 1 to 3 tablets

[Age] Under 15 years [Single dose] Do not take.
●Guide to an empty stomach: preferably 2 hours or more after a meal

<Precautions related to dosage and administration>
(1) Strictly follow the dosage and administration.
(2) This medicine is an enteric-coated tablet, so swallow it whole without chewing or crushing. Also, do not take it at the same time as antacids or milk.
(3) How to take out the tablets
Press the raised part of the PTP sheet containing the tablet firmly with your fingertip to break the aluminum foil on the back, then take out the tablet and take it. (Accidentally swallowing the sheet as is may lead to unexpected accidents, such as it piercing the mucous membrane of the esophagus.)


●Ingredients and Amounts
[Ingredient] Bisacodyl
[Per tablet] 5 mg
[Action] Acts on the mucous membrane of the large intestine, increases intestinal peristalsis, and promotes bowel movements.

[Ingredient] Sennoside calcium [Per tablet] 13.33 mg (5.27 mg as sennosides A and B)
[Action] The active ingredient of the crude drug senna; it is metabolized by intestinal bacteria in the large intestine and exerts a mild laxative action.

Additives: Carmellose calcium, cellulose, lactose, sucrose, hypromellose, hypromellose phthalate, povidone, macrogol, gum arabic, kaolin, calcium carbonate, carnauba wax, glyceryl fatty acid esters, magnesium stearate, shellac, talc, titanium oxide, potato starch, Red No. 2, Red No. 3

○Taking this medicine may cause the urine to become orange or red in color.


●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
(2) Store out of the reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to another container.
(This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not take the product after the expiration date.


[Other information on the label]
[Advice for people prone to constipation]
●It is important to develop a habit of regular bowel movements. Try to go to the toilet at a set time every day and stay for a certain amount of time.
●Try to drink cold water or milk early in the morning right after getting up.
●If you are constipated and have a sedentary job, etc., set aside time every day to actively do whole-body exercise, abdominal massage, walks, etc., and try to provide stimulation that causes proper peristalsis of the intestines.
●To stimulate the defecation reflex in the rectum, try to eat foods rich in fiber (vegetables, beans, potatoes, seaweed, fruits, etc.).


●Contact Information
Please contact the store where you purchased it or the Customer Consultation Office.
SSP Co., Ltd. Customer Consultation Office
〒163-1488 東京都新宿区西新宿3-20-2
Phone 0120-028-193
Hours: 9:00 to 17:30 (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)