DOCUSATE SODIUM- docusate sodium liquid
Cardinal Health 107, LLC
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
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Active ingredient (in each 5 mL)
Docusate sodium 50 mg
Uses
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- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
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- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
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- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so by a doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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- stomach pain
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- nausea
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- vomiting
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- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if
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- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
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- you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
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- rash occurs
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
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- Dose once daily
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- take with 6 to 8 oz of milk, juice or infant formula to mask the bitter taste.
adults and children 12 years and older
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5 to 20 mL (1 to 4 teaspoonfuls)
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children 6 to under 12 years of age
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5 to 10 mL (1 to 2 teaspoonfuls)
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children 3 to under 6 years of age
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2.5 to 5 mL (1/2 to 1 teaspoonful)
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children under 3 years
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ask a doctor
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Other information
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- Sodium content: 14 mg/ 5 mL
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- Store at controlled room temperature, 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F)
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- Protect from freezing
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- Protect from light
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- Purple colored, cherry flavored liquid supplied in the following:
Overbagged with 5 x 10 mL cups per bag, NDC 55154-9401-5
Inactive ingredients
Citric acid, D&C Red No. 33, flavoring, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium citrate, sodium saccharin, and sorbitol.
Questions or comments?
Call 1-800-845-8210
MANUFACTURED BY
Pharmaceutical Associates, Inc.
Greenville, SC 29605
Distributed By:
Cardinal Health
Dublin, OH 43017
L32992030421
R11/20
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Docusate Sodium Liquid
100 mg/ 10mL
Stool Softener Laxative
5 Cups