DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG (docusate sodium 50 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 50 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                                  Â
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 of ages and over
take 1 to 6 softgels daily
Children 2 and under 12 years of age
take 1 to 3Â softgels daily
children under 2 years of age
ask a doctor
Other Information
- each softgel contains: sodium 3 mg VERY LOW SODIUM
- store at 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Keep tightly closed.
Inactive Ingredients
citric acid, D&C red #33, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, white edible ink
Manufactured by: Humanwell PuraCap Pharmaceutical (Wuhan) Ltd. Wuhan, Hubei 430206, China
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DOCUSATE SODIUM CAPSULES, 50 mg
Quantity : 20000 Capsules NDC. No : 53345-015-01
IMPORTANT:
Inspect immediate upon receipt. This is a bulk shipment intended for further processing only. Protect from heat, humidity, and light. Do not refrigerate.
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