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Colax
Healthy bowel function support*
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Product overview
What to know about Colax
Colax is a gentle bowel cleansing herbal formula containing Cascara, Dandelion, Yellow Dock, Dill seed and Chamomile to help maintain healthy intestinal function. Review the manufacturer's serving and caution information before ordering.*
Key label facts
One tablet lists Cascara extract 93.33 mg, Dandelion extract 93.75 mg and Yellow Dock extract 93.75 mg, with Dill and Chamomile essential oils. The manufacturer cautions against use beyond two weeks without professional supervision.
These are labeled serving facts. Follow this product’s manufacturer directions and full cautions.
- Colax is a gentle bowel cleansing herbal formula containing Cascara, Dandelion, Yellow Dock, Dill seed and Chamomile to help maintain healthy intestinal function.
- Manufacturer-listed ingredient and serving details for Colax are summarized below.
- Manufacturer directions and cautions are provided to support an informed product choice.
Ingredients and dietary attributes
Ingredient overview
Each Serving Size (1 Tablet) contains: Cascara stem bark 12:1 extract 93.33 mg (from Frangula purshiana stem bark 1.12 g), Dandelion root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Taraxacum officinale root 375 mg), Yellow Dock root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Rumex crispus root 375 mg), Dill (Anethum graveolens) seed essential oil 15 mg, Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) flower essential oil 2 mg. Other ingredients: microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, maltodextrin, silicon dioxide, hypromellose, magnesium stearate and dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate. Consult the current product package for the complete formula.
Dietary and allergen considerations
Contraindicated in blockage of the gallbladder and in known allergy to plants of the daisy family. Use only with professional supervision in the presence of gallstones. This product contains Frangula purshiana (Cascara). Read and follow directions carefully. Do not use if you have or develop diarrhea, loose stools, or abdominal pain because Cascara may worsen these conditions and be harmful to your health. Consult your health care professional if you have frequent diarrhea or if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or have a medical condition. Not to be used for more than 2 weeks without professional supervision. For other contraindications and cautions consult your health care professional. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.
Use the ingredient statement and label on the package you receive as the current source for dietary decisions.
Nutrient references
Ingredient research context
These NIH resources explain ingredients in the formula. They do not test or endorse this product.
Review current Colax label and listing in the WSNC inSITE store ↗ for the ingredients and nutrients in this product. The references below give ingredient or nutrient context; they do not test or endorse the formula.
Calcium
This NIH resource provides background on calcium. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Colax. NIH background: Calcium ↗
Magnesium
This NIH resource provides background on magnesium. Check the current product label for the ingredient form and amount; this reference does not test or endorse Colax. NIH background: Magnesium ↗
Compare the label details
Colax label comparisons
Compare the actual formula and labeled serving. These are different formulas, not interchangeable doses. Review ingredient overlap, dietary attributes and the full manufacturer directions with your practitioner.
| Product | Listing focus | Declared formula in brief | Label directions |
|---|---|---|---|
| ColaxView product →MediHerb | Healthy bowel function support* | Each Serving Size (1 Tablet) contains: Cascara stem bark 12:1 extract 93.33 mg (from Frangula purshiana stem bark 1.12 g), Dandelion root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Taraxacum officinale root 375 mg), Yellow Dock root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Rumex crispus root 375 mg), Dill (Anethum graveolens) seed essential oil 15 mg, Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) flower essential oil 2 mg. | 1 tablet 3 - 4 times daily, or as directed.Full ingredients and cautions → |
| Gastro-Fiber®View product →Standard Process | Supports the digestive system and healthy elimination* | Each Serving Size (3 Capsules) contains: Calories 5, Total Carbohydrate <1 g, Dietary Fiber 0.5 g. Proprietary Blend 1.25 g: Psyllium seed husk, fennel seed, fenugreek seed, BeniCaros® soluble carrot fiber, apple pectin, and collinsonia (root). | Three capsules, three times per day on an empty stomach, or as directed.Full ingredients and cautions → |
| GI Stability™View product →Standard Process | Microbiome support supplement with prebiotic 2’FL | Each Serving Size (2 Wafers) contains: Calories 10, Total Carbohydrate 2 g, 2-Fucosyllactose 1666 mg, Collinsonia (root) 200 mg. Proprietary Blend 440 mg: Organic beet (root) and okra (fruit). Contains: Milk. | One to three servings per day, or as directed. Chew the wafers before swallowing.Full ingredients and cautions → |
Common questions
Colax FAQ
Clear answers based on the current manufacturer listing and practitioner context.
What is Colax for?
Colax is a gentle bowel cleansing herbal formula containing Cascara, Dandelion, Yellow Dock, Dill seed and Chamomile to help maintain healthy intestinal function.
How is Colax used?
1 tablet 3 - 4 times daily, or as directed.
What ingredients are in Colax?
Each Serving Size (1 Tablet) contains: Cascara stem bark 12:1 extract 93.33 mg (from Frangula purshiana stem bark 1.12 g), Dandelion root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Taraxacum officinale root 375 mg), Yellow Dock root 4:1 extract 93.75 mg (from Rumex crispus root 375 mg), Dill (Anethum graveolens) seed essential oil 15 mg, Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) flower essential oil 2 mg.
How does Colax differ from Berberine Active?
Colax: Healthy bowel function support* Berberine Active: Bowel regularity support* Their ingredient statements and directions below show the concrete differences. Similar names or guide placement do not establish equivalent formulas or doses.
What label details distinguish Colax?
One tablet lists Cascara extract 93.33 mg, Dandelion extract 93.75 mg and Yellow Dock extract 93.75 mg, with Dill and Chamomile essential oils. The manufacturer cautions against use beyond two weeks without professional supervision.
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Product sources and review notes
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