DOCUSATE CALCIUM- docusate calcium capsule, liquid filled 
Cardinal Health

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Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate Calcium 240 mg

Purpose

Stool Softener Laxative

Uses

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)

• generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Warnings

 


Ask a doctor before use if you
 • have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting

 • have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

 • are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if

 • you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week

 • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement.

 These could be signs of a serious condition.

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.

Directions

  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel, or as recommended by your physican
  • children under 12: consult a doctor
  • do not exceed recommended dose

Other information

• store at room temperature, 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)

• Package not child resistant

• Product from USA or Canada

Inactive ingredients

Corn Oil, D and C Red no.33, FD and C Blue no.1, FD and C Red no.40, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sorbitol Special, Water. May also contain edible ink and Mannitol.

Repackaged by:

Cardinal Health

Zanesville, OH 43701

Package/Label Principal Display Panel

Docusate Calcium Softgel

240 mg

Pouch

Principal Display Panel

Docusate Calcium

240 mg

100 Softgels

Carton Label

Principal Display Panel

Docusate Calcium

240 mg each

10 softgels

Bag Label
DOCUSATE CALCIUM 
docusate calcium capsule, liquid filled
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:55154-1875(NDC:57896-424)
Route of AdministrationORALDEA Schedule    
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
DOCUSATE CALCIUM (DOCUSATE) DOCUSATE CALCIUM240 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient NameStrength
CORN OIL 
D&C RED NO. 33 
FD&C BLUE NO. 1 
FD&C RED NO. 40 
GELATIN 
GLYCERIN 
SORBITOL 
MANNITOL 
WATER 
Product Characteristics
ColorREDScoreno score
ShapeCAPSULESize20mm
FlavorImprint Code SCU
Contains    
Packaging
#Item CodePackage Description
1NDC:55154-1875-4100 in 1 CARTON
1NDC:55154-1875-61 in 1 POUCH
2NDC:55154-1875-010 in 1 BAG
21 in 1 POUCH
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
Unapproved drug other06/01/2011
Labeler - Cardinal Health (188557102)
Establishment
NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
Cardinal Health188557102REPACK(55154-1875)

Revised: 10/2013
 
Cardinal Health