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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
TOP CARE (Topco Associates LLC)
Label updated
2026-01-15
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate Sodium USP, 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings

Do not use

if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless directed a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if

  • 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 no bowel movement after using a laxative. These could be a sign 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 (1-800-2222-1222) right away.

Directions
  • take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over take 1-3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily
children under 2 years ask a doctor
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 7 mg
  • store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursion permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)


Inactive ingredients

citric acid, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, white edible ink


Questions or comments?

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COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN DULCOLAX® STOOL SOFTENER†

Stool Softener

DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg

STOOL SOFTENER LAXATIVE

  • Comfortable relief of painful, hard, dry stools
  • Stimulant-free
  • Relief of occasional constipation

SOFTGELS

†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Chattem, Inc., distributor of Dulcolax® Stool Softener.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

DISTRIBUTED BY:

TOPCO ASSICIATES LLC

ITASCA, IL 60143

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 0ce164a5-6b2f-4a21-9dca-10301a1f812a · Version 3
NDC: 36800-651