Gentle Stool Softener
Drug Facts
Active Ingredient (in each tablet)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Uses
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 12–72 hours
Warnings
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
Do not use if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
Ask a doctor before use if you have • fever • mucus in the stool
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are if you have• stomach pain • nausea • vomiting • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
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
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. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
• take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
| adults & children 12 years of age & over | take 1–3 softgels daily |
| children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years of age | ask a doctor |
Other information
• store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°–30°C (59°–86°F) • Keep tightly closed
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol-400, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol solution, titanium dioxide