Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
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
- vomiting
- noticed 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 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. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
| 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 |
- Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
Other information
keep tightly closed.
- Tamper Evident: Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing
- each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
- VERY LOW SODIUM
- store at 25oC (77oF); excursions permitted between 15o-30oC (59o-86oF).
Inactive ingredients
D&C Red #33, edible ink, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, titanium dioxide
Questions?
Adverse drug event call: (866) 562-2756 Mon-Fri 8 AM to 4 PM
HOW SUPPLIED
Product: 50090-2731
NDC: 50090-2731-1 100 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
NDC: 50090-2731-2 60 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
NDC: 50090-2731-4 30 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
NDC: 50090-2731-0 20 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE