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HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills Sennosides 25 mg Tablet, 90-count — NDC 37808-0149-27 package photo

HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills Sennosides 25 mg Tablet, 90-count

by H E B · 6 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (37808-149-27) / 15 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK
NDC 37808-0149-27
🏷️ FDA NDC (as labeled) 37808-149-27 billing pads the product segment with a zero
This package
Contains90-count Pack sizes2 compare ↓
Also comes in: 24 tablets 37808-0149-12
OTC On market Non-controlled
🗂️ Data synced Jul 24, 2026 · sources: openFDA · FDA label (DailyMed) · FDA Orange & Purple Book · First Databank · CMS NADAC, ASP, Medicare & Medicaid · RxNorm
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🆔 Identity & classification

FDA NDC (as labeled) 37808-149-27
Product NDC 37808-149
11-digit billing NDC 37808014927
RxCUI 251292
UNII 3FYP5M0IJX
UPC 0041220569274
Application # M007
SPL Set ID 86e5dff5-91e6-47a5-8f3c-b1e86adfc1f4
DEA schedule Non-controlled
Marketing category OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG
Marketing status On market
FDA listing status Listed (active directory)
Marketing start 2018-04-02
Route ORAL
Dosage form TABLET
Substance SENNOSIDES
Why two NDCs? The FDA registers this code as 37808-149-27 — a 5-3-2 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 product segment → 37808-0149-27. 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.

🏷️ RxNorm drug class

This medicine belongs to the Contact laxatives class.

Drug family (ATC) Contact laxatives
Where does this data come from?
Therapeutic classes from RxNorm RxClass (U.S. National Library of Medicine) — Established Pharmacologic Class (FDA), ATC drug family (WHO) and mechanism of action, matched by this product’s RxCUI.

🏭 Manufacturer & labeler

LabelerH E B
FDA applicationM007 (OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG)
Labeler code37808
First marketedApr 2018
Product typeHuman Otc Drug
Portfolio264 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

📖 What it is MedlinePlus · NLM

Senna is used on a short-term basis to treat constipation. It also is used to empty the bowels before surgery and certain medical procedures. Senna is in a class of medications called stimulant laxatives. It works by increasing activity of the intestines to cause a bowel movement.

Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗
📗 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 →
3
Nutrient depletion considerations

Sennosides (OTC drug) may be associated with lower levels of 3 nutrients — worth a chat with your pharmacist, not a cause for alarm.

🧪 Full Sennosides (OTC drug) nutrient depletion report →
An association is not a deficiency. Educational only — don't start or stop anything without professional guidance.
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 Blue
ShapeRound
ImprintG177
Size9 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 5C5403N26O
    Acacia is a natural gum derived from acacia tree sap. It serves as a binder, thickener, and emulsifier to help hold ingredients together, improve texture, and stabilize the medicine.
  • UNII 8C3Z4148WZ
    Alginic acid is a natural polymer extracted from brown seaweed. In medicines, it acts as a thickener, binder, and disintegrant to help form tablets and control how quickly the medicine dissolves.
  • 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 WAT0DDB505
    Calcium sulfate is a mineral compound used as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules. It helps give the medicine its solid structure and ensures consistent dosing.
  • UNII R12CBM0EIZ
    A natural wax derived from a Brazilian palm tree, used as a coating and polish on tablets and capsules. It creates a smooth, shiny finish that protects the medicine and improves appearance.
  • 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 2S7830E561
    Crospovidone is a synthetic polymer derived from povidone. It acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablet or capsule break apart quickly in the stomach so the active ingredient can be absorbed.
  • UNII H3R47K3TBD
    FD&C Blue No. 1 is a synthetic blue dye approved for use in foods and medicines. It serves as a colorant to give the medication its distinctive appearance and help with product identification.
  • UNII 24H4NWX5CO
    Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay mineral. It's used in tablets and capsules as a filler and absorbent to add bulk, improve texture, and help bind ingredients together.
  • 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 FZ989GH94E
    Povidone is a synthetic polymer made from a plastic-like material. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together and as a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach so the medicine can be absorbed.
  • UNII OJ245FE5EU
    Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
  • UNII O8232NY3SJ
    A plant-based carbohydrate derived from corn kernels. It acts as a filler to add bulk, a binder to hold ingredients together, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach for absorption.
  • UNII C151H8M554
    A natural sugar derived from sugar cane or sugar beets. It's used as a sweetener, filler, and binder to improve taste, add bulk, and help hold tablet or capsule ingredients together.
  • UNII 7SEV7J4R1U
    A powder made from a naturally occurring mineral. In medicines, talc works as a glidant and anti-caking agent, helping tablets and capsules flow smoothly during manufacturing and preventing clumping.
  • UNII 15FIX9V2JP
    Titanium dioxide is a bright white mineral powder commonly used as a colorant and opacifying agent. It makes pills and tablets white or lighter in color and helps make coatings non-transparent.
  • UNII 2ZA36H0S2V
    Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. In medicines, it works as a coating agent and thickener to control how fast the drug dissolves and improve the product's texture and appearance.

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

The official label also statesacacia, alginic acid, bees wax, calcium sulfate, carnauba wax, crospovidone, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C blue 1 lake, kaolin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium benzoate, starch, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide.

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.
ℹ️
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: 24 tablets
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
Maximum Strength Laxative 25 mg 70000-0077-01 CARDINAL 24 tablets $0.116 — Availability likely —
Ex-Lax Maximum Strength Stimulant Laxative 25 mg 00067-8142-01 Haleon 12 pills — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 00363-9978-24 WALGREENS 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Maximum Strength Laxative Pills 25 mg 11673-0995-48 TARGET 48 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 11822-0773-08 Rite 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 21130-0591-24 BETTER 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills 25 mgthis 37808-0149-27 H 90 tablets — — FDA listed —
Maximum Strength Laxative 25 mg 41226-0195-24 Kroger 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Publix Laxative Maximum Strength 25 mg 41415-0114-24 PUBLIX 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Lax-Time 25 mg 49483-0083-00 TIME 50000 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 50844-0773-08 L.N.K. 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 55301-0773-08 ARMY 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 55319-0773-08 Family 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 55910-0454-08 DOLGENCORP, 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 63561-0186-02 Granulation 1000 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 63941-0073-08 Valu 12 tablets — — Discontinued —
Maximum Strength Laxative 25 mg 69842-0195-09 CVS 90 tablets — — FDA listed —
Maximum Strength Senna Laxative 25 mg 72090-0016-01 Pioneer 100 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 76162-0773-08 TOPCO 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 79481-7730-02 Meijer 12 tablets — — FDA listed —
Laxative 25 mg 79903-0096-08 WALMART 24 tablets — — FDA listed —
Maximum Strength Senna Laxative 25 mg 84324-0033-01 NUVICARE 60 tablets — — FDA listed —
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

🏛️
2018
On the market since
Apr 2018
📍
2026
Currently FDA-listed
8 years listed
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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.

🔬 Reported adverse events (FAERS)

Read carefully: FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified. Counts are not incidence, do not establish causation, are subject to reporting bias, and cannot be used to compare one drug to another. Shown for signal context only. Reports for HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills (this brand).

Top reported reactions

Pain570
Pyrexia542
Asthma531
Fatigue530
Constipation526
Headache526
Dyspnoea506

Age at onset

Infant4
Child20
Adolescent22
Adult467
Elderly760

Reporter sex

5,698 reports
Male · 48%
Female · 52%
Unknown · 0%

Serious outcomes

Hospitalization3,129
Life-threatening739
Reports over time (by year) — tap or hover for the count & year
2022 2023 2024 2026 910 290
Most recent year is provisional (FAERS lags ~3 months).
Where does this data come from?
Adverse-event reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) via openFDA. FAERS reports are voluntary and unverified — counts are not incidence and don’t establish causation.

📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product

Package NDCDescription Marketing startStatus
37808-0149-12 2 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (37808-149-12) / 12 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK 2018-04-02 Active
37808-0149-27 You're viewing this 6 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON (37808-149-27) / 15 TABLET in 1 BLISTER PACK 2018-04-02 Active

Pack size FAQ

What quantity is in NDC 37808-0149-27?
NDC 37808-0149-27 is a 90-count package — 6 blister pack in 1 carton / 15 tablet in 1 blister pack.
What is the difference between NDC 37808-0149-27 and NDC 37808-0149-12?
Both are HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills Sennosides 25 mg Tablet — the drug itself is identical. NDC 37808-0149-27 is the 90-count package, while NDC 37808-0149-12 is the 24 tablets package.
What NDC number is used to bill for this package of HEB Maximum strength Laxative pills Sennosides 25 mg Tablet?
Bill NDC 37808-0149-27 — the 11-digit billing format is 37808014927. 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
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 Drug". 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.
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 37808-149-27, 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: 37808-0149-27, written without dashes as 37808014927. 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 37808-0149-27, the first segment (37808) is the labeler code FDA assigned to H E B; the middle segment (0149) identifies this specific product — its ingredient, strength, and dosage form; and the last segment (27) identifies this exact package size and type. Together they name one specific package of one specific product.
Is this package still being marketed?
Yes, per the latest FDA NDC Directory data on this page: this package is listed as actively marketed, with no marketing end date reported by H E B. Listing status can change — the directory data on this page refreshes weekly.
Does this product come in other package sizes?
Yes — the FDA directory lists 1 other package presentation of this same product, including 24 tablets (37808-0149-12). 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?
H E B 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 16 words ▾

USE(S) for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6 to 12 hours

⏱️ Dosage and Administration 61 words ▾

DIRECTIONS swallow tablet(s) with a glass of water swallow tablet(s) whole, do not crush, break or chew adults and children 12 years and over take 2 tablets once or twice daily with a glass of water children 6 to under 12 years take 1 tablet once or twice daily with a glass of water children under 6 years ask a doctor

⚠️ Warnings 2 words ▾

WARNINGS .

📦 Storage and Handling 28 words ▾

OTHER INFORMATION each tablet contains : calcium 200 mg do not use if individual blister compartments are torn or open store at room temperature in a dry place

🧪 Active Ingredient 7 words ▾

ACTIVE INGREDIENT(in each tablet) Sennosides 25 mg

🧪 Inactive Ingredients 33 words ▾

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION acacia, alginic acid, bees wax, calcium sulfate, carnauba wax, crospovidone, dibasic calcium phosphate, FD&C blue 1 lake, kaolin, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, sodium benzoate, starch, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide.

🎯 Purpose 3 words ▾

PURPOSE Stimulant laxative

Source: FDA Structured Product Labeling, mirrored from DailyMed / openFDA. Prefer the government’s original formatting? View this label on DailyMed ↗
← 37808-0143-37 · H.E.B 37808-0150-09 · H-E-B →
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.