Docusate Sodium (docusate sodium 100 mg) Dailymed
Generic: docusate sodium is used for the treatment of Constipation Intestinal Obstruction Nausea Vomiting Abdominal Pain
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Otc - Active Ingredient Section
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Otc - Purpose Section
Stool softener
Indications & Usage Section
relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)  generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
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
stomach pain  nausea  vomiting  noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Otc - Stop Use Section
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 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
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Dosage & Administration Section
doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
Other Safety Information
each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg VERY LOW SODIUM  store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)  keep tightly closed
You may report serious side effects to: 130 Vintage Drive, Huntsville, AL 35811.
Inactive Ingredient Section
FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 400, purified water, sorbital special
Warnings Section
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