Dulcolax Stool Softener - Patheon

Dulcolax®

Stool Softener Carton

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each capsule)

Docusate sodium (USP) 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Use

● for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity

● this product generally produces 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 or vomiting

● a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

● you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition. 

● you need to use a 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 with a glass of water

adults and children 12 years of age and over                   1 to 3 capsules daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

children 2 to under 12 years of age                                  1 capsule daily

children under 2 years of age                                           ask a doctor

Other information

● each capsule contains: sodium 6 mg

● store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Protect from excessive humidity

● contains FD&C Yellow No. 6

● do not use this product if the safety seal under the cap is torn or missing

Inactive ingredients

FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, mannitol, pharmaceutical ink, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, sorbitan, sorbitol, water

Questions?

Call 1-866-844-2798 or visit www.Dulcolax.com

Keep carton as it contains important product information.