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STOOL SOFTENER (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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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 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.

Directions


  Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose 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 5 mg
  • VERY LOW SODIUM
  • store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) and avoid excessive heat 

Inactive Ingredients


anhydrous citric acid, black ink, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution and white dispersion G.B

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STOOL SOFTENER

DOCUSATE SODIUM 100mg 10 Softgels

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NDC 51013-426-48





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