DOCUSATE SODIUM 100mg Two-Tone, Capsule, liquid filled
SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION
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 currently 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 lasts over 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after using 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
| Adults and children 12 years of ages and over | take 1 to 3 softgels daily |
| Children 2 and under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years of age | ask a doctor |
- Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
Other information
- each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
- VERY LOW SODIUM
- store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) and avoid excessive heat
Inactive ingredients
D&C Red #33, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, sorbitol special, citric acid, purified water and white edible ink
Manufactured by:Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceutical (Wuhan) Ltd.Wuhan, Hubei 430206, China