Docusate Sodium 100 mg
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH CAPSULE)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
PURPOSE
Stool softener
USES
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)generally produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
WARNINGS
Do not use
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel movements that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative.These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
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.
DIRECTIONS
- Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
- adults and children12 years and over take 1-3capsules daily children 2 to under12 years of age take 1capsules daily children under 2 yearsask a doctor
OTHER INFORMATION
- each capsule contains: sodium 6 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F)); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6, edible ink, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene blycol, propylene glycol, purified water and sorbitol special