SAFECOR HEALTHDocusate Sodium LiquidDrug Facts
Active Ingredient (in each 5 mL = 1 teaspoonful)
Docusate Sodium 50 mg
Purpose
Stool Softener
Use:
Relief of occasional constipation
WARNINGS:
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use * when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present * for a period longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you * have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that persist over a period of 2 weeks * are taking mineral oil
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or failure to have a bowel movement within 3 days.
These could be signs of a serious condition. * a skin rash occurs * you experience throat irritation
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health care professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep this and all drugs out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. In case of eye contact, flush with water.
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
1 teaspoon = 5 mL
| Directions: * Must be given in a 6 oz to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice to prevent throat irritation* Shake well before using* Do not exceed recommended dose* May be taken in one to four equally divided oral doses each day* Take maximum dose daily until first bowel movement, dosage should then be reduced according to individual response | |
| Adults and children 12 years of age and over | 5 mL (1 teaspoon) to 40 mL (8 teaspoons) or as directed by a doctor |
| Children 6 to 12 years of age | 4 mL to 15 mL (3 teaspoons) or as directed by a doctor |
| Children 3 to 6 years of age | 2 mL to 6 mL or as directed by a doctor |
| Children under 3 years of age | 1 mL to 4 mL or as directed by a doctor |
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Other information: Each teaspoon (5 mL) contains: sodium 5 mg. Store at room temperature 20°C-25°C (68°F-77°F); excursionsbetween 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F) are allowed. Protect from excessive heat. Protect from light. For more info call 1-800-447-1006.
INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION
Inactive ingredients: FD&C red #40, flavor, methylparaben, poloxamer, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purifiedwater, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, and sucralose.
NDC: 48433-220-10 Docusate Sodium Liquid 100 mg/10 mL Unit Dose Cup
Mfd. in the U.S.A.Distributed by: Safecor Health, LLC4060 Business Park Drive, Columbus, OH 43204 Rev: 11/2020 PN5473
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