Pedia-Lax
Name: Pedia-Lax
What is Pedia-Lax (senna)?
Senna is also known as Cassia senna, tinnevelly senna, Indian senna, Alexandrian senna, and Khartoum senna.
Senna has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to treat constipation.
Not all uses for senna have been approved by the FDA. Senna should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Senna is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Senna may also be used for purposes not listed in this product guide.
What is the most important information I should know about Pedia-Lax (senna)?
Not all uses for senna have been approved by the FDA. Senna should not be used in place of medication prescribed for you by your doctor.
Senna is often sold as an herbal supplement. There are no regulated manufacturing standards in place for many herbal compounds and some marketed supplements have been found to be contaminated with toxic metals or other drugs. Herbal/health supplements should be purchased from a reliable source to minimize the risk of contamination.
Use senna as directed on the label, or as your healthcare provider has prescribed. Do not use this product in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
Call your healthcare provider if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse while using senna. Do not use this product for longer than 1 week without the advice of a healthcare provider.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.