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Pedia-Lax Laxative Chewable Tablets for Kids - Ages 2-11 - Watermelon - 30ct

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Highlights

  • Pedia-Lax Laxative Chewable Tablets gently provide occasional constipation relief for kids in 30 minutes to 6 hours
  • Chewable laxative tablets are safe for kids ages 2-11 who experience occasional constipation
  • Easy-to-take watermelon flavored chewable tablets contain magnesium hydroxide, a saline laxative that offers gentle, stimulate-free relief
  • Pedia-Lax is the number 1 pediatrician-recommended children’s laxative brand* *IQVIA, using the ProVoice Survey December 1, 2021 to November 30, 2022
  • Contains 1 pack of Pedia-Lax Laxative Chewable Tablets, Watermelon Flavor, 30 count each
  • FSA- and HSA-eligible product in the U.S.

Description

Poop should just happen. When it doesn't, there's Pedia-Lax. Pedia-Lax Laxative Chewable Tablets provide kids gentle relief from occasional constipation in 30 minutes to 6 hours. Formulated for kids ages 2-11 with tasty, easy-to-take watermelon flavored chewable tablets. Laxative tablets contain magnesium hydroxide, a saline laxative that offers gentle relief. See package for full instructions and dosage information. Pedia-Lax is the number 1 pediatrician-recommended children's laxative brand (1). Specially designed occasional constipation relief for kids comes in two forms — oral and rectal laxatives. Pedia-Lax laxatives help provide kids fast, safe, and gentle relief from occasional constipation. (1) IQVIA, using the ProVoice Survey December 1, 2021 to November 30, 2022. Pedia-Lax products are FSA- and HSA-eligible in the U.S.
Suggested Age: 2-11 Years
Health Facts: Gluten-Free, Sugar-Free
Product Warning: Use with adult supervision
Product Form: Chewable
Primary Active Ingredient: Magnesium Hydroxide
Product Contains: Magnesium Hydroxide
Sustainability Claims: Cruelty-Free
Package Quantity: 30
Net weight: .13 Pounds
TCIN: 14298212
UPC: 301320006551
Item Number (DPCI): 245-05-0268
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Active ingredients

magnesium hydroxide' '400.0mg

Purpose

Saline laxative

Uses

■ For relief of occasional constipation ■ This product usually produces a bowel movement in ½ to 6 hours

Directions

Directions Use dosage chart for proper dosing. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. Drink a full glass (8 ounces) of liquid with each dose. Age: children 6 to under 12 years; Starting Dose: 3-6 tablets; Maximum dose per day (24 hours): 6 tablets Age: children 2 to under 6 years; Starting Dose: 1-3 tablets; Maximum dose per day (24 hours): 3 tablets Age: children under 2 years; Starting Dose: ask a doctor

Inactive ingredients

inactive ingredients: colloidal silicon dioxide, fd&c red no. 40 aluminum lake, flavor, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, mannitol, sorbitol, stearic acid, sucralose' '

Shipping details

Estimated ship dimensions: 3.6 inches length x 1.9 inches width x 1.7 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.13 pounds

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Q: Can my kid take this daily, like a supplement, or is that not recommended?

submitted by KidAce - 6 years ago
  • A: Great question! The Pedia-Lax Children's Saline Laxative Tablets are meant only to be used for occasional constipation, not to help with daily regularity like a supplement. If a daily supplement is needed, we do recommend consulting with your child's pediatrician for their recommendations. If you have any further questions, please contact us toll-free at 1-866-255-6960.

    submitted byPrestige Consumer Healthcare - 6 years ago
    Brand expert
  • A: Our GI Dr said this is okay to give my son as soon as I see he isn't having a bowel movement which is just about every few days. I give half a tablet at a time, sometimes 2-3 a day and within the next 2-3 days he is regular again.

    submitted byMrsSweetea917 - 5 years ago

Q: Is there artificial dyes in this laxative?

submitted by Alexandra - 2 months ago
  • A: Hi consumer, yes there is dye in this product.

    submitted byPrestige Consumer Healthcare - 2 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Can this be crushed up in food? I don’t think my toddler will take it.

submitted by Zay - 8 months ago
  • A: Hi consumer, it is not suggested to crush this product up into food.

    submitted byPrestige Consumer Healthcare - 8 months ago
    Brand expert

Q: Like gummies or just chewable

submitted by Bko - 7 years ago
  • A: These are chewable. A bit chalky, so I always give my kids water with them.

    submitted byccoops - 6 years ago

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