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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Dispensing Solutions, Inc.
Label updated
2013-08-02
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 Laxative

Uses
  • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you

• have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting

• have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

• are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week

• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These

could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Label information

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 and older: take 1-2 softgel daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter, or as directed by doctor

• children under 12: consult a doctor

• do not exceed recommended dose

Other information

each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg. very low sodium

• store at 15°C-25°C(59° F-77° F)

• keep tightly closed

• product from USA or Canada

Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken.

Inactive ingredients

FD and C red 40, gelatin, glycerin, edible ink, PEG, propylene glycol, sorbitol special, water. May also contain D and C yellow 10, FD and C yellow 6 (sunset yellow), mannitol.

Package Label

GERICARE

NDC 66336-0792-XX

NDC 66336-0792-94

Stool Softener

compare to active ingredient in colace

Docusate Sodium

120 Softgels

100 mg each

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 0c83f999-6c57-4bfd-812d-9600baf5eb09 · Version 1
NDC: 66336-792