STOOL SOFTENER- docusate sodium 100 mg capsule, liquid filled
GERITREX 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 softgel)
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
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
- vomitting
- notice 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 bowel movement after use of laxative. These could be signs of 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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away
Directions
take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily does 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 6 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions premitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Inactive ingredients
D&C red #33, editable ink, FD&C blue #1*, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide
*contains one or more of these ingredients.
Questions or comments?
Call 1-800-736-3437
Label
![100 pack Softgel Label](/dailymed/image.cfm?name=Geritrex-Stool+Softener+%28Docusate+Sodium%29-100g-5416294300.jpg&id=339426)