From the manufacturer's website:
Fletcher’s® Laxative for children works naturally to provide safe, gentle and effective relief from occasional constipation. The natural root beer flavor of the Senna pod concentrate makes Fletcher’s® easy to administer. It works in as fast as 6 hours. Suitable for children ages 2 and up. Trusted since 1871.
Warning: Ask a doctor before use if you are pregnant or nursing, have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting, or a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks. Consult a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use, or if you have to use a laxative for more than a week. Keep out of reach of children.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Ingredients (Active):
- Senna Pod Concentrate 167 mg
Other ingredients (Inactive): Purified water, sucrose, maltodextrin, glycerin, sodium benzoate, artificial flavor, methylparaben, citric acid, proplyparaben
Recommended Use: Shake well. Generally causes bowel movement within 6-12 hours.
- Children 6 to 15 years: 2-3 teaspoons 1-2 times daily
- Children 2 to under 6 years: 1-2 teaspoons 1-2 times daily
- Children under 2 years: Consult a doctor