Geri Care Docusate Sodium Liquid
OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Active Ingredients (per 5 mL)
Docusate Sodium 50 mg
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Purpose
Stool Softener
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
Uses
- relieves of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
WARNINGS SECTION
Warnings
Do not use for more than one week unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctore before use if you
Stop use and ask doctor if
- have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- hadve sudden change in bowel habits that persits over a period of 2 weeks
- are taking mineral oil
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek medical assistance or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Directions
shake well before using
1 teasponnful = 5 mL
| Age | Dose |
| Adults and children over 12 years of age | 1 to 6 teaspoons (5 mL - 30 mL) |
| Children under 12 years of age | Ask a doctor |
- follow dosing directions below or use as directed by a physician
- do not exceed recommended dose
- must be given in a 6 oz to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice to prevent throat irritation
- may be taken as a single daily dose or in dividend dose
- take maximum dose daily until first bowel movement, dosage should then be reduced according to individual response
OTHER INFORMATION
- each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: sodium 9 mg
- store at room temperature 15°- 30° (59°-86°F)
- protect from excessive heat
- Pharmacist-Preserve and dispense in tight, light-resistant container with a child resistant cap as defined in the USP
- Tamper-Evident: Do not use if foil over bottle opening is torn, broken, or missing
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients: FD&C red #40, flavor, methylparaben, poloxamer, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucralose
OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION
Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765