Label: DOCUSATE SODIUM capsule

  • NDC Code(s): 58602-767-14, 58602-767-64
  • Packager: Aurohealth LLC
  • Category: HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
  • DEA Schedule: None
  • Marketing Status: OTC monograph not final

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  • Active ingredient

    (in each Capsule)
    Docusate sodium 100 mg

  • Purpose

    Stool softener

  • 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 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 stool softener 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 (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 capsules daily
    children 2 to under 12 years of age
    		take 1 capsule daily
    children under 2 years
    		ask a doctor
  • Other information

    • each capsule contains: sodium 5 mg Very Low Sodium
    • store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF). Keep tightly closed.
  • Inactive ingredients

    D&C Red No.33, gelatin, glycerin, Neelicert FD&C Red No.40, Neelicert FD&C Yellow No.6, noncrystallizing sorbitol solution, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac glaze, titanium dioxide.

  • Questions or Comments?

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    (Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST)


    *This product is not manufactured or distributed by Purdue Products L.P., owner of the registered trademark Colace®.


    Distributed by:
    Aurohealth LLC.
    2572 Brunswick Pike
    Lawrenceville, NJ 08648

  • PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg (600 Capsules Container Label)

    AUROHEALTH

    NDC 58602-767-64


    Compare to Colace®

    active ingredient*

    Stool Softener

    Docusate sodium 100 mg

    Regular Strength

    • Gentle, Dependable
    • Stimulant-free

    600 Capsules
    PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg (600 Capsules Container Label)

  • INGREDIENTS AND APPEARANCE
    DOCUSATE SODIUM 
    docusate sodium capsule
    Product Information
    Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:58602-767
    Route of AdministrationORAL
    Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
    Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
    DOCUSATE SODIUM (UNII: F05Q2T2JA0) (DOCUSATE - UNII:M7P27195AG) DOCUSATE SODIUM100 mg
    Inactive Ingredients
    Ingredient NameStrength
    D&C RED NO. 33 (UNII: 9DBA0SBB0L)  
    GELATIN TYPE B BOVINE (160 BLOOM) (UNII: 1T8387508X)  
    GLYCERIN (UNII: PDC6A3C0OX)  
    FD&C RED NO. 40 (UNII: WZB9127XOA)  
    FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 (UNII: H77VEI93A8)  
    SORBITOL (UNII: 506T60A25R)  
    POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 400 (UNII: B697894SGQ)  
    PROPYLENE GLYCOL (UNII: 6DC9Q167V3)  
    WATER (UNII: 059QF0KO0R)  
    SHELLAC (UNII: 46N107B71O)  
    TITANIUM DIOXIDE (UNII: 15FIX9V2JP)  
    Product Characteristics
    ColorREDScoreno score
    ShapeOVALSize13mm
    FlavorImprint Code Q04
    Contains    
    Packaging
    #Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    1NDC:58602-767-64600 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product02/08/2018
    2NDC:58602-767-1450 in 1 CARTON02/08/2018
    250 in 1 BOTTLE; Type 0: Not a Combination Product
    Marketing Information
    Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
    OTC MONOGRAPH NOT FINALpart33402/08/2018
    Labeler - Aurohealth LLC (078728447)
    Establishment
    NameAddressID/FEIBusiness Operations
    APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED650844777MANUFACTURE(58602-767)
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