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Docusate Sodium (docusate sodium 100 mg) Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Stool Softener
  3. Major Pharmaceuticals

Generic: docusate sodium is used for the treatment of Constipation Intestinal Obstruction Nausea Vomiting Abdominal Pain

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IMPRINT: P51     SHAPE: oval
    COLOR: orange

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Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel)


Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Purpose


Stool softener laxative

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 last 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 a signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a 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 (1-800-222-1222)  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 to 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
  • store at 25ºC (77ºF);excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)

Inactive Ingredients


edible ink, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water sorbitan, sorbitol

Questions Or Comments?


 Call 1-800-616-2471

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Compare to the active ingredient in Colace® Regular Strength Stool Softener†

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Stool Softener Laxative

Softgels

†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Avrio Health L.P., distributor of Colace® Regular Strength Stool Softener.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

Distributed by:

MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS

17177 N Laurel Park Drive, Suite 233

Livonia, MI 48152

Product Label

MAJOR PHARMACEUTICALS Stool Softener Laxative

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