Walgreens Stool Softener DOCUSATE LIQUID
Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)
Docusate Sodium 50 mg
Purpose
Stool Softener
Uses
- ▪relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- ▪generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
Ask a doctor before use if you have
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding of fail to have a bowel movement after use of laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
- ▪laxative products for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a poison control Center right away at 1-800-222-1222.
Directions
| Age | Dose |
| Adults and children 12 years and over | 5 mL-30 mL |
| Children 2 to under 12 years | 5 mL-15 mL |
- •follow dosing directions below or take as directed by doctor
- •must be given in a 6 to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice to prevent throat irritation
- •may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
- •take maximum dose daily until first bowel movement, dosage should then be reduced according to individual response.
- •do not exceed recommended dose
- •shake well before using
Other information
SAFETY SEALED: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED INNER SEAL UNDER CAP IS TORN OR MISSING
- •each 5 mL contains: sodium 6 mg
- •low sodium
- •store at room temperature
- •protect from excessive heat
- •keep tightly closed
- •protect from light
Inactive ingredients
citric acid, flavor, potassium sorbate, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, xanthan gum.