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Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites

  • Fast relief
  • Chewy fruit bites

Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites are the first and only laxative chewy bite — backed by 70 years of trusted constipation relief. 

Each bite contains 600 mg of the active ingredient magnesium hydroxide. Within 30 minutes to 6 hours, it works naturally with your body to draw water to the colon, puts you comfortably in control, and provides gentle relief. It even starts to work faster than MiraLAX (1–3 days).*

*Based on MiraLAX product labeling.

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Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites benefits

Relief in 30 minutes to 6 hours

Provides fast, gentle relief.

Great-tasting flavors

Available in Cherry Berry or Assorted Fruit-flavored chewy bites.

Relieves occasional constipation

Works naturally with the water in your body to provide constipation relief.

Use and dosage

Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites are recommended to be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses with a full glass (8 oz.) of liquid.

Do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose in a 24-hour period.

adults and children 12 years and over:

  • 4 chews (Up to 8 chews)

children 6 to under 12 years:

  • 2 chews (Up to 4 chews)

children under 6 years:  

  • ask a doctor

Product information

    Active Ingredient (in each chew):
    Magnesium hydroxide USP 600mg 

    Purpose:
    Saline laxative

    Inactive ingredients: 

    Cherry Berry: ammonium hydroxide, carmine, carnauba wax, corn syrup, ethanol, ethyl acetate, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C blue no. 2, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 5, FD&C yellow no. 5 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 6, gum arabic, hydrogenated coconut oil, isopropanol, lecithin (soy), maltodextrin, methylparaben, natural and artificial flavors, n-butanol, phosphoric acid, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose, titanium dioxide, water, white beeswax 

    Assorted Fruit:  ammonium hydroxide, carnauba wax, corn syrup, ethanol, ethyl acetate FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 5, FD&C yellow no. 5 aluminum lake, FD&C yellow no. 6, gum arabic, hydrogenated coconut oil, isopropanol, lecithin (soy), natural and artificial flavors, n-butanol, phosphoric acid, propylene glycol, shellac, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucrose, titanium dioxide, water, white beeswax

    • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) 
    • this product generally produces bowel movement in 30 minutes to 6 hours 

    Ask a doctor before use if you have

    • Kidney disease
    • a magnesium-restricted diet 
    • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
    • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over  2 weeks

    Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. This product may interact with certain prescription drugs

    Stop use and ask a doctor if

    • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
    • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

    If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a health professional before use.

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

    • each chew contains: 250 mg magnesium, 1 mg sodium
    • contains FD&C yellow no. 5 (tartrazine) as a color additive. 
    • contains FD&C yellow no. 6
    • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F) 

Frequently asked questions

  • You may be able to use your HSA or FSA tax-preferred savings account to purchase certain OTC products, including Dulcolax®. The passage of the CARES Act by Congress includes provisions to restore OTC eligibility under tax-preferred HSA and FSA accounts. Plan details vary, so save your receipt and check with your benefits or health provider for eligibility.

  • If you are looking for a new way to try a laxative, try Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites. They come in great-tasting Cherry Berry and Assorted Fruit flavors. Just like Dulcolax® Liquid, Chewy Fruit Bites work naturally with the water in your body to provide gentle relief in as little as 30 minutes (works in 30 minutes to 6 hours).

  • Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites work faster than MiraLAX. Dulcolax® works in as little as 30 minutes (works in 30 minutes to 6 hours) while MiraLAX works in 1–3 days (based on product labeling).

  • Yes, when used as directed, Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites can be used for children age 6+. Recommended dosage is 2 up to 4 chews for children 6-12, and 4 up to 8 chews for adulcts and children 12 years and over. For children under 6, consult your doctor.

  • Yes, when used as directed.

    If you need a laxative for more than 7 days, please stop and discuss with your doctor.

    For additional questions regarding usage, side effects, or storage instructions, please refer to the Dulcolax® Chewy Fruit Bites Drug Facts Panel or contact your healthcare professional.

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Stay informed

Occasional constipation is a common condition with a wide range of possible causes. We know how unpredictable and frustrating constipation can be, so we are here to help you identify the possible causes and learn how to address them.