Label: STOOL SOFTENER EXTRA STRENGTH- docusate sodium capsule, liquid filled

  • NDC Code(s): 49035-848-14
  • Packager: EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC)
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph not final

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Drug Label Information

Updated October 25, 2022

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  • Active ingredient (in each softgel)

    Docusate sodium 250 mg

  • Purpose

     Stool softener laxative

  • Uses

    • for the prevention of dry, hard stools
    • for relief of occasional constipation
    • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
  • Warnings

    Do not use

    if you are presently 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 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 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

    • each softgel contains: sodium 15 mg
    • store at 20º-25ºC(68º-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
  • Inactive Ingredients

    edible white ink, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water, sorbitol special

    *may contain this ingredient

  • Questions or comments?

    Call 1-888-287-1915

  • Principal Display Panel

    EXTRA STRENGTH

    Stool Softener

    Docusate Sodium  250 mg

    • Stimulant-free
    • Relief of constipation

    SOFTGELS

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

    Distributed by:

    Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.,

    Bentonville AR 72716

  • Product Label

    Docusate sodium 250 mg

    Equate Stool Softener Laxative

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    STOOL SOFTENER  EXTRA STRENGTH
    docusate sodium capsule, liquid filled
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:49035-848
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    DOCUSATE SODIUM (UNII: F05Q2T2JA0) (DOCUSATE - UNII:M7P27195AG) DOCUSATE SODIUM250 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    GELATIN (UNII: 2G86QN327L)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED (UNII: 3WJQ0SDW1A)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)  
    SORBITAN (UNII: 6O92ICV9RU)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColororangeScoreno score
    ShapeCAPSULESize20mm
    FlavorImprint Code P20;SCU1
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:49035-848-14140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/01/201902/01/2025
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC monograph not finalpart33402/01/201902/01/2025
    Labeler - EQUATE (Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.) (see also WAL-MART INC) (051957769)