Label: STOOL SOFTENER- docusate calcium capsule, liquid filled

  • NDC Code(s): 59779-134-01, 59779-134-10
  • Packager: CVS Pharmacy
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None

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  • Active ingredient (in each softgel)

    Docusate calcium 240 mg

  • Purpose

    Stool softener laxative

  • Uses

    • for relief of occasional constipation
    • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
  • Warnings

    Do not use

    if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed 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 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 right away.

  • Directions

    • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
    • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
  • Other information

    • store between 20-25ºC (68-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
  • Inactive ingredients

    corn oil, D&C red #33*, edible white ink, FD&C blue #1*, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6*, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, sorbitol special

    *contains one or more of these ingredients

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

  • Principal Display Panel

    Compare to the active ingredient in Surfak®† 

    Stool Softener

    DOCUSATE CALCIUM, 240 mg

    Stool Softener Laxative

    Sodium Free

    • Gentle Relief of Constipation
    • Once-a-day dosage

    SOFTGELS

    †This product is not manufactured or distributed by Chattem, Inc., distributor of Surfak®.

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

    Distributed by: CVS Pharmacy, Inc.

    One CVS Drive, Woonsocket, RI 02895

  • Product Label

    Docusate Calcium 240 mg

    CVS HEALTH Stool Softener Laxative

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    STOOL SOFTENER 
    docusate calcium capsule, liquid filled
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:59779-134
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    DOCUSATE CALCIUM (UNII: 6K7YS503HC) (DOCUSATE - UNII:M7P27195AG) DOCUSATE CALCIUM240 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    CORN OIL (UNII: 8470G57WFM)  
    D&C RED NO. 33 (UNII: 9DBA0SBB0L)  
    FD&C BLUE NO. 1 (UNII: H3R47K3TBD)  
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    GELATIN (UNII: 2G86QN327L)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)  
    SORBITAN (UNII: 6O92ICV9RU)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorredScoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULESize18mm
    FlavorImprint Code P58;SCU
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:59779-134-011 in 1 BOX04/30/201412/27/2024
    1100 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    2NDC:59779-134-10100 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product04/30/201412/27/2024
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC Monograph DrugM00704/30/201412/27/2024
    Labeler - CVS Pharmacy (062312574)
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