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Senna Tabs 8.6 mg Tablet, Film Coated — NDC 17856-0363-01 package photo

Senna Tabs 8.6 mg Tablet, Film Coated

by ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. · 100 POUCH in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (17856-0363-1) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 POUCH (17856-0363-3)
NDC 17856-0363-01
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 17856-0363-1 billing pads the package segment with a zero
This package
Contains1 tablet, film coated in 1 pouch Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 1 tablet 17856-0363-02
OTC Discontinued Non-controlled ⚠ Inactivated by FDA
🗂️ Data synced Jul 14, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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Excluded from the active FDA NDC Directory. FDA inactivated this product’s listing record, so it is excluded from the active NDC Directory. The listing was last certified through Dec 2025. A label may still appear on DailyMed, but the NDC is no longer in the current FDA NDC Directory. Search the FDA NDC Directory ↗

🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 17856-0363-1
Product NDC 17856-0363
11-digit billing NDC 17856036301
Application # part334
SPL Set ID cd6e3fb4-0c5a-4aa7-89ea-109c6d072efe
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL
Marketing status Discontinued
FDA listing status Inactivated by FDA (certified through Dec 2025)
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET, FILM COATED
Substance SENNOSIDES A AND B
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 17856-0363-1 — a 5-4-1 layout, and that's what's printed on the package and shown on DailyMed. For insurance claims, every NDC is standardized to a uniform 11-digit 5-4-2 format by adding a zero to the package segment → 17856-0363-01. Same drug, same package — only the format differs.
Where does this data come from?
Identifiers from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Structured Product Labeling; RxCUI from RxNorm (NLM); GPI from Medi-Span; GCN / HIC / AHFS / legend from First Databank.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP.
FDA applicationpart334 (OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINAL)
Labeler code17856
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio109 products on file
The labeler markets the product; the application holder owns the FDA approval. They’re often the same company but can differ (e.g. a repackager or an authorized generic). A mailing address / phone appears here when the manufacturer includes it in the product’s FDA label (not all do).
Where does this data come from?
Labeler, application holder and registered establishment from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory and Drugs@FDA; address/contact from the product’s FDA label.

🩺 Clinical

📗 Our plain-language guide HelloPharmacist
  • Senna typically produces a bowel movement within 6 to 12 hours. That's why most people take it at bedtime — so it can do its job overnight and you get results in the morning. If no...
  • How long does it take for senna to work?
  • Senna is designed for short-term, occasional use. You should not use it for more than 1 week unless your doctor specifically tells you it's okay. Using laxatives too often or for t...
  • Laxatives like senna can affect how your body absorbs other medications. To be safe, take senna at least 2 hours before or after any other drugs you use. It's always a good idea to...
📖 Read our full Senna guide →

Supplement & herbal interactions

🌿 Drug–supplement interaction checker →
Where does this data come from?
Plain-language summary from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine); supplement & herbal interactions and nutrient depletion data from the Natural Medicines database; our full guide is HelloPharmacist editorial content.

💊 What it looks like

Color brown
ShapeRound
ImprintS8
Size1 mm
ScoringNot scored
One label can cover several strengths, so colors may be combined — always confirm a loose pill against the dispensed prescription label or a pharmacist.
Where does this data come from?
Physical description (imprint, shape, color, scoring, coating) from this product’s FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL), mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA.

🧪 Inactive Ingredients / Excipients

Inactive ingredients, also called excipients, are components of the drug product other than the active ingredient. They may include fillers, dyes, coatings, preservatives, flavors, or other formulation ingredients.

💡 Tap an ingredient (hover on desktop) to see what it is and why it’s used.

  • UNII L11K75P92J
    A mineral salt made from calcium and phosphate. It acts as a filler and binder in tablets to add bulk and help hold the medicine together in solid form.
  • UNII OP1R32D61U
    Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified form of cellulose, a natural fiber from plant sources. It acts as a binder and filler in tablets and capsules, helping hold ingredients together and give the medicine its shape and size.
  • UNII M28OL1HH48
    Croscarmellose sodium is a plant-based substance derived from cellulose. It acts as a disintegrant, helping tablets and capsules break down quickly in the digestive system so the medicine can be absorbed.
  • UNII 3NXW29V3WO
    Hypromellose is a plant-based thickener made from cellulose. It's used in medicines as a binder to hold ingredients together, a coating for tablets, and a thickener for liquids.
  • UNII 70097M6I30
    Magnesium stearate is a salt made from magnesium and stearic acid, a fatty substance. It's used in tablets and capsules as a lubricant and glidant to help ingredients flow smoothly during manufacturing and prevent sticking.
  • UNII T5L8T28FGP
    Mineral oil is a clear, odorless liquid derived from crude oil. It acts as a lubricant and emollient in medications, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and aiding moisture retention in topical products.

6 inactive ingredients listed in the exact product block matched to this NDC.

The official label also statescroscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil

Label-section wording can be broader than the structured product block and may mention additional formulation ingredients.

Where does this data come from?
Data sourced from official FDA Structured Product Labeling (SPL) via DailyMed — ingredient classCode="IACT" elements from the exact product block matched by this NDC. Label-section narrative from DailyMed / the openFDA label index is shown separately when available.

Inactive ingredient FAQ

Are inactive ingredients the same for every manufacturer?
No. Inactive ingredients can differ by manufacturer, dosage form, strength, and package / product version.
Why might an inactive ingredient be missing?
Some SPLs do not provide a complete structured inactive-ingredient list, and older or unusual labels may only include the information in narrative text.
Can inactive ingredients matter?
Yes. They can matter for allergies, intolerances, dyes, gluten / lactose concerns, preservatives, and formulation differences — but confirm with a pharmacist or the manufacturer when it’s clinically important.

💲 Pricing

A drug doesn't have one price. Each row is a different public payment system, and none is what you'd pay at the counter — that depends on your insurance. The ⓘ on each row explains what it measures.

Price systemPer eachPer package
Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs.
Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data.
Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data.
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No price is published for this exact package yet. CMS surveys NADAC per package size, so a different pack of the same drug often has one.
Try another pack size: 1 tablet
Where does this data come from?
NADAC (National Average Drug Acquisition Cost) is the CMS weekly pharmacy-acquisition-cost survey — what pharmacies pay. ASP (Average Sales Price) is the CMS Medicare Part B drug-payment file, published quarterly. Medicaid pays is computed by us from CMS State Drug Utilization Data (total reimbursed ÷ units, trailing 12 months) — gross of rebates and inclusive of dispensing fees, so it reflects what Medicaid paid, not an acquisition cost. Medicare drug plans pay is the median negotiated point-of-sale unit cost across plans listing this NDC in the CMS quarterly Prescription Drug Plan pricing files, before rebates. The VA pays is the federal contract price (FSS, and the statutory Big 4 ceiling where listed) from the VA National Acquisition Center pharmaceutical price file. All are free public government data; each measures a different payer, so the figures are not directly comparable.

🔁 Therapeutic equivalents

ProductLabelerPackNADAC/unitTEStatusPrice vs. this
Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg 63868-0579-01 CHAIN 100 tablets $0.021 — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 70677-0164-01 Strategic 100 tablets $0.024 — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 70677-1247-01 Strategic 150 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 00904-7252-60 Major 100 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Senna 8.6 mg 46122-0702-78 AmerisourceBergen 100 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 70000-0610-01 LEADER/ 50 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 70677-1097-01 Strategic 100 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Senna 8.6 mg 82568-0006-01 AARNA 100 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Senna 8.6 mg 83324-0004-01 QUALITY 100 tablets $0.026 — Availability likely —
Senokot 8.6 mg 67618-0300-10 Atlantis 100 tablets $0.250 — Availability likely —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 00363-0138-10 Walgreens 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 00363-8820-10 Walgreens 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Time 8.6 mg 00615-8402-39 NCS 30 tablets — — FDA listed —
Natural Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 00761-0790-02 Basic 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 00761-0798-02 Basic 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 10135-0314-01 Marlex 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 11673-0191-01 TARGET 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 11822-0298-02 Rite 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Tabs 8.6 mg 16103-0363-08 Pharbest 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg 21130-0998-01 BETTER 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Kroger Senna Laxative Regular Strength 8.6 mg 30142-0710-00 KROGER 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 30142-0752-10 The 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative Senna 8.6 mg 36800-0984-01 TOPCO 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 37808-0675-10 H 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 37808-0782-10 H 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Natural Laxative 8.6 mg 37835-0211-01 Bi-Mart 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 41163-0631-10 United 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 41163-0775-10 United 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 41163-0782-10 United 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Meijer Senna Laxative Regular Strength 8.6 mg 41250-0445-00 MEIJER, 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 43063-0838-10 PD-Rx 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Time 8.6 mg 49483-0080-00 TIME 100000 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 50804-0372-01 Good 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 50804-0882-10 Good 100 tablets — — Discontinued —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 51316-0112-02 CVS 250 tablets — — FDA listed —
CAREALL Sennosides 8.6 mg 51824-0058-01 New 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna-Lax 8.6 mg 53041-0159-14 Guardian 50 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Natural Vegetable 8.6 mg 53329-0986-30 Medline 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides Natural Laxative 8.6 mg 54257-0679-02 Magno-Humphries, 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 55154-2347-00 Cardinal 1 tablet — — FDA listed —
Exchange select 8.6 mg 55301-0107-00 ARMY 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 55319-0298-12 Family 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 55910-0208-12 DOLGENCORP, 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 55910-0882-10 Dolgencorp, 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 55910-0885-10 Dolgencorp, 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Geri-kot 8.6 mg 57896-0434-01 Geri-Care 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Geri-kot 8.6 mg 57896-0454-01 Geri-Care 100 tablets — — Discontinued —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 62993-0001-01 Morepen 30 tablets — — FDA listed —
Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg 63561-0188-01 Granulation 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna laxative 8.6 mg 63941-0882-10 Best 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna-Lax 8.6 mg 68998-0373-01 Marc 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Lax 8.6 mg 69168-0371-17 Allegiant 300 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 69618-0064-01 Reliable 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 69842-0220-08 CVS 500 tablets — — FDA listed —
Geri-kot 8.6 mg 71335-1806-01 Bryant 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 71335-2360-01 Bryant 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 71335-2660-01 Bryant 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 71399-1017-01 Akron 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Natural Relief 8.6 mg 72090-0031-60 Pioneer 600 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 72090-0041-01 Pioneer 300 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 72476-0875-10 Care 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 72476-0882-10 Care 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Sennosides 8.6 mg 72789-0283-10 PD-Rx 10 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna-Tabs 8.6 mg 73057-0363-08 Ulai 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Lax 8.6 mg 76162-0005-98 TopCo 200 tablets — — FDA listed —
Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg 79903-0064-10 Wal-Mart 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Vegetable Laxative 8.6 mg 79903-0322-10 Walmart 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 80136-0434-01 Heartland 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna 8.6 mg 82804-0143-04 Proficient 4 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Laxative 8.6 mg 84324-0012-01 NUVICARE 200 tablets — — FDA listed —
Dr Simi Regular Strength Sennosides 8.6mg 8.6 mg 85786-0501-50 Farmacias 50 tablets — — FDA listed —
Senna Tabs 8.6 mgthis 17856-0363-01 ATLANTIC 1 tablet — — Discontinued —
About this product: other versions of the same ingredient, strength and form are listed above, least expensive first, with FDA equivalence ratings where available.
Where does this data come from?
Equivalents are other NDCs of the same ingredient, form and route from the openFDA NDC Directory, ranked least-expensive-first by NADAC. Therapeutic-equivalence (AB) ratings come from the FDA Orange Book; biologics use the FDA Purple Book for biosimilar & interchangeable status.

⏳ Availability & generic status

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2026
Currently FDA-listed
listed with the FDA
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No generic listed yet
brand only
ℹ️No FDA-approved generic found

We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.

Where does this data come from?
Patents and exclusivity from the FDA Orange Book (small-molecule drugs), refreshed from public FDA data. Generic launch timing is an estimate, not a guarantee.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
17856-0363-01 You're viewing this 100 POUCH in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (17856-0363-1) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 POUCH (17856-0363-3) 2022-09-22 Inactivated by FDA
17856-0363-02 100 POUCH in 1 BOX, UNIT-DOSE (17856-0363-2) / 1 TABLET, FILM COATED in 1 POUCH (17856-0363-4) 2022-09-22 Inactivated by FDA

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 17856-0363-01?
NDC 17856-0363-01 is listed by the FDA — 100 pouch in 1 box, unit-dose / 1 tablet, film coated in 1 pouch.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of Senna Tabs 8.6 mg Tablet, Film Coated?
Bill NDC 17856-0363-01 — the 11-digit billing format is 17856036301. Pharmacy and medical claims use the 11-digit form; the FDA label may print a shorter form of the same code.

🧭 About this NDC listing & data coverage

Over-the-counter (OTC) product No longer marketed (per FDA listing data)
What data is (and isn’t) available for this NDC — tap to expand
NDC identity (package / product / labeler codes) ✓ Available
Labeler ✓ Available
Product & package description ✓ Available
Marketing category & status ✓ Available
Active ingredient / dosage form / route ✓ Available
FDA label (SPL via DailyMed) ✓ Available
Package photos ✓ Available
Inactive ingredients (structured) ✓ Available
NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey.
Orange Book / therapeutic-equivalence data — Not published for this NDC Applies only to products approved under an NDA/ANDA; many listings are out of scope.
HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal.
Medicaid utilization (CMS SDUD) — Not published for this NDC CMS reports utilization only for NDCs with Medicaid claims above its privacy threshold.
“Not published” reflects what the public FDA / CMS / NLM sources provide for this exact package code — it is a property of the data feeds, not a judgment about the product.

Questions about this listing

Is this NDC FDA-approved?
An NDC listing does not by itself establish FDA approval — the NDC Directory records that a product is listed with FDA, not that it was reviewed and approved. This listing's marketing category is "Otc Monograph Not Final". Products approved under an application carry an NDA, ANDA, or BLA number.
Why is there no price listed?
The pricing shown on our NDC pages comes from CMS NADAC, a voluntary survey of retail community pharmacy invoices. CMS does not publish a NADAC for every NDC — packages outside the retail survey (institutional and hospital products, bulk packages, discontinued items, and many OTC items) may never receive one. A missing price reflects the survey's scope, not this product's actual cost, and does not mean the product is free or unavailable.
What does the discontinued status mean for this NDC?
The labeler reported a marketing end date (or the listing was delisted), so this specific package is no longer actively marketed. Remaining stock may still be dispensed for a time, and the NDC stays valid for historical records and claims — but data feeds (pricing, labeling) typically stop updating for it. Other package sizes or other manufacturers' versions of the same medication may still be marketed — see the equivalents section where available.
Is the NDC printed on the package the same as the 11-digit billing NDC?
Yes, they identify this exact package in different formats. The FDA registers it as 17856-0363-1, which is what is printed on the packaging and shown on DailyMed. Insurance claims use a fixed 11-digit 5-4-2 format, so the short segment is padded with a leading zero: 17856-0363-01, written without dashes as 17856036301. The Identity section at the top of this page lists every form of this code.
What do the three segments of this NDC mean?
In 17856-0363-01, the first segment (17856) is the labeler code FDA assigned to ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP.; the middle segment (0363) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (01) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 1 tablet (17856-0363-02). Each has its own NDC and its own page — see the package list near the top of this page.
Who lists this product with the FDA?
ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORP. is the labeler of record for this NDC — the company under whose FDA-assigned code the package is listed. The labeler may be the manufacturer itself or a distributor marketing the product under its own code.
Do I need a prescription for this product?
This NDC is listed with FDA as an over-the-counter product, so it does not require a prescription. Follow the package directions, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure whether it is right for you.
This page identifies an FDA-listed package (the NDC) and reports public regulatory and pricing data about the listing. It is reference information, not a medical recommendation — talk to your pharmacist or prescriber about your own medication.
Where does this data come from?
Listing facts (marketing category, packager status, marketing dates) from the FDA openFDA NDC Directory; label availability from DailyMed; pricing coverage from CMS NADAC; equivalence scope from the FDA Orange Book.

📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL

The complete FDA label for this product — the official Drug Facts labeling, verbatim, section by section. Jump with a chip, search within the label, or expand everything.
🎯 Indications and Usage ⏱️ Dosage and Administration ⚠️ Warnings 📦 Storage and Handling 🧪 Active Ingredient 🧪 Inactive Ingredients 🎯 Purpose
🎯 Indications and Usage 17 words ▾

Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) this product generally produces a bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 58 words ▾

Directions do not exceed recommended dose Age Starting Dose Maximum Dose adults and children 12 years of age and older 2 tablets once a day preferably at bedtime; increase if needed, or as directed by a doctor 4 tablets twice a day, in the morning and at bedtime children under 12 years ask a doctor ask a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 101 words ▾

Warnings Do not use for more than one week unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if you have abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are taking mineral oil noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that last over 2 weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if you have no bowel movement within 12 hours you have rectal bleeding These could be signs of a serious condition If pregnant or breast-feeding, 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.

📦 Storage and Handling 29 words ▾

Other information Tamper Evident: Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing each tablet contains: calcium 20 mg, potassium 70 mg store at room temperature

🧪 Active Ingredient 7 words ▾

Active ingredient (in each tablet) Sennosides 8.6mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 13 words ▾

INACTIVE INGREDIENTS: croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, mineral oil

🎯 Purpose 2 words ▾

Purpose Laxative

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
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For educational and professional reference only — not medical advice. Pricing reflects published NADAC and CMS ASP (free public data) and may differ from your acquisition cost; always verify before billing or dispensing.