Equalactin Laxative

Manufacturer
NUMARK BRANDS, INC
Effective date
2025-12-03
Label type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Version
8
Source
full-release
Hydrated at
2026-06-01 01:19:17

Label at a glance#

ProductEqualactin Laxative
Active ingredientCalcium Polycarbophil
Label structure15 sections

Dosage and administration

drink a full glass (8 fl. oz.) of liquid with each dose chew tablets thoroughly do not swallow tablets whole adults and children 12 years of age and over up to 8 tablets daily in divided doses of 2 tablets per dose children 6 to under 12 years of age up to 4 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose children 2 to under 6 years of age up to 2 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose children un...

Storage and handling

each tablet contains calcium 125 mg store at room temperature avoid excessive humidity

Label contents#

Full prescribing information#

Active Ingredients

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Calcium polycarbophil 625 mg
(equivalent to 500 mg polycarbophil)

Purpose

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Bulk for mixing Laxative

Use

INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity. This product generally produces bowel movement in 12 - 72 hours.

Warnings

WARNINGS SECTION

Choking: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. Do not take this product if you have difficulty in swallowing. If you experience chest pain, vomiting, or difficulty in swallowing or breathing after taking this product, seek immediate medical attention.

Do not use

OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION

this product for more than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you have

OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION

  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits over a period of 2 weeks

OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

  • taking an antibiotic containing tetracycline as this product contains calcium
  • taking any other drug. Take this product 2 or more hours before or after other drugs. All laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

OTC - STOP USE SECTION

  • rectal bleeding occurs
  • you fail to have bowel movement after use of laxative. These may indicate a serious condition

OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION

As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional before using this product

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

  • drink a full glass (8 fl. oz.) of liquid with each dose
  • chew tablets thoroughly
  • do not swallow tablets whole
adults and children 12 years of age and overup to 8 tablets daily in divided doses of 2 tablets per dose
children 6 to under 12 years of ageup to 4 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose
children 2 to under 6 years of ageup to 2 tablets daily in divided doses of 1 tablet per dose
children under 2 years of ageconsult a doctor

Other information

STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

  • each tablet contains calcium 125 mg
  • store at room temperature
  • avoid excessive humidity

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Inactive ingredients  citric acid, crospovidone, dextrose, flavor, magnesium stearate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, sucralose

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Questions? 1-800-331-0221

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Equalactin®
Bulk Forming Laxative


Relieves Symptoms of Nervous Stomach

  • Irregularity
  • Abdominal Discomfort
  • Loose Bowels
  • Constipation

48 CITRUS FLAVORED CHEWABLE TABLETS

Nervous Stomach (similar to Irritable Bowel), with its symptoms of loose bowels, irregularity, abdominal discomfort and constipation, is caused by water imbalance in the bowel, and afflicts millions. Equalactin provides relief by equalizing the water balance to restore normal bowel movements. When you feel the onset of nervous stomach symptoms, take Equalactin to provide relief and prevent the episode from becoming severe.

Tamper evident: Do not use if carton
is open or if printed seal on blister is
broken or missing.

Distributed by: Numark Brands
138 East Main Street, Suite 201
Kent, OH 44240
Rev 7/25      10001C

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DailyMed RxNorm Mappings#

RxCUI, RxNorm string, TTY table
RxCUIRxNorm stringTTYSPL version
308933calcium polycarbophil 625 MG Chewable TabletPSN8
210659Equalactin 625 MG Chewable TabletPSN8
210659calcium polycarbophil 625 MG Chewable Tablet [Equalactin]SBD8
308933calcium polycarbophil 625 MG Chewable TabletSCD8
210659Equalactin 625 MG Chewable TabletSY8
210659Equalactin calcium polycarbophil 625 MG (polycarbophil 500 MG) Chewable TabletSY8

DailyMed Package Descriptions#

Package NDC, Product, Description table
Package NDCProductDescriptionFormQuantityStrengthSPL version
69846-000-26Equalactin Laxative2 in 1 CARTONTABLET28
69846-000-26Equalactin Laxative12 in 1 BLISTER PACKTABLET128
69846-000-27Equalactin Laxative12 in 1 BLISTER PACKTABLET128
69846-000-27Equalactin Laxative4 in 1 CARTONTABLET48

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NDC Codes#

Product NDC, Package NDC table
Product NDCPackage NDC
69846-00069846-000-26, 69846-000-27

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Brand, Generic, Manufacturer table
BrandGenericManufacturerSPL set IDEffective dateAvailable safety fieldsJoin
Equalactin LaxativeCALCIUM POLYCARBOPHILNUMARK BRANDS, INC2feed33a-3b7f-11c6-6e62-c99150ecfddd2025-12-03WarningsExact identifier
ndc (package): 69846-000-26
ndc (package): 69846-000-27
ndc (product): 69846-000
ndc11 (package): 69846000027
ndc11 (package): 69846000026
spl id: 0bc77e40-c6fa-4daf-9cc3-04c4e0a23773
spl set id: 2feed33a-3b7f-11c6-6e62-c99150ecfddd

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