DOCUSATE SODIUM
Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- 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
- vomitting
- notice a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have bowel movement after use of laxative. These could be signs of 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 accidental 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 does or in divided doses.
| Adults and children 12 years and over | take 1-3 softgels daily |
| Children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| Children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other Information
- each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions premitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
D&C red #33, editable ink, FD&C blue #1*, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide*contains one or more of these ingredients.