Stool Softener and Laxative
Drug Facts
Active Ingredient (in each tablet)
Docusate sodium 50 mg Sennosides 8.6 mg
Purpose
Stool softener Laxative
Uses
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 6–12 hours
Warnings
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 6–12 hours
Do not use
• if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor • laxative products for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
• stomach pain • nausea • vomiting • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use
if you are if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
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
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
take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor
| Age | Starting Dosage | Maximum Dosage |
| adults & children 12 years of age & over | 2 tablets once a day | 4 tablets twice a day |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 tablet once a day | 2 tablets twice a day |
| children 2 to under 6 years | ½ tablet once a day | 1 tablet twice a day |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Other information
• each tablet contains: calcium 20 mg and sodium 6 mg • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°–30°C (59°–86°F)
Inactive ingredients
Colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD&C Yellow No. 6, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin, polyethylene glycol 400, purified water, sodium benzoate, stearic acid, titanium dioxide
Distributed by:
Cabinet Health P.B.C.