STOOL SOFTENER- docusate sodium 100 mg capsule
Allegiant Health
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
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
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
Ask a doctor before use if you
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks
Stop use and ask a doctor if you
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
If pregnant or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center(1-800-222-1222) 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 and over take 1-3 softgels daily.
- Children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily.
- Children under 2 years ask a doctor.
Other Information
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each softgel contains: sodium 5mg
- VERY LOW SODIUM
- store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°– 30°C (59°–86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
- Black edible ink, citric acid, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special.
Package/Label Principal Display Panel
Docusate Sodium