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Docusate Sodium

Dosage form
CAPSULE
Labeler
A-S Medication Solutions
Label updated
2019-04-25
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each softgel)

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 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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)

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
  • Tamper Evident: Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing
  • each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
  • VERY LOW SODIUM
  • store at 25oC (77oF); excursions permitted between 15o-30oC (59o-86oF).

keep tightly closed.

Inactive ingredients

D&C Red #33, edible ink, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, titanium dioxide 

Questions?

Adverse drug event call: (866) 562-2756 Mon-Fri 8 AM to 4 PM

HOW SUPPLIED

Product: 50090-2731

NDC: 50090-2731-1 100 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE

NDC: 50090-2731-2 60 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE

NDC: 50090-2731-4 30 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE

NDC: 50090-2731-0 20 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE

Docusate Sodium 100mg

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 09376e58-c50a-4eda-ab2a-b980a4b65dc0 · Version 1
NDC: 50090-2731