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Pedia-Lax

Dosage form
LIQUID
Labeler
C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Label updated
2024-10-01
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active Ingredients

(in each 15 mL)

Docusate Sodium 50 mg

Purpose

Stool softener

Uses

for prevention of dry, hard stools

for relief of occasional constipation

this product usually produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Warnings

Drug Interaction Precaution: Do not give this product to your child if your   child is presently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before using

any laxative if your child has

a sudden change in bowel habits lasting more than 2 weeks

already used a laxative for more than 1 week

If constipation continues after 1 week of use, contact your child's doctor

Stop using this product and consult a doctor if your child has

rectal bleeding

no bowel movement within 72 hours of using this product

These symptoms may be signs of a serious condition.

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

do not give more than 45 mL in any 24 hour period

use only with enclosed dosing cup

find right dose on chart below

mL = milliliter

Age Dose

Children 2 to under 12

years

15 mL to 45 mL; do not take more than 45 mL in 24

hours

Children under 2 years ask a doctor

Doses can be diluted in a suitable beverage to prevent throat irritation and   to help mask the naturally tart flavor of the active ingredient (see side panel   for info).

Other information

each 15 mL contains: sodium 13 mg  the top of the bottle is sealed with foil for your safety. Do not use if foil imprinted "sealed for your protection" is broken or missing.

gluten free

Inactive Ingredients

citric acid, edetate disodium, flavor, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, propylparaben, sodium citrate, sorbitol, sucralose, water, xanthan gum, xylitol

Questions?

1-866-255-6960 or www.pedia-lax.com

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Pedia-Lax
Docusate sodium
Liquid Stool Softener
4 fl oz (118 mL)

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

Pedia•Lax

Docusate sodium

Liquid Stool Softener

4 fl oz (118 mL)

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 0e908bea-ebab-44e7-919c-90002e6f5d42 · Version 1
NDC: 0132-0113