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Stool SoftenerExtra Strength

Docusate sodium 250 mg
Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL)
Label updated
2026-07-16
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Active ingredient (in each softgel)

 Docusate sodium 250 mg

Purpose

 Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • relieves occasional constipation 
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Warnings

Do not use

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

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that last over 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a 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 overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 13 mg
  • store between 20-25ºC(68-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
Inactive Ingredients

anhydrous citric acid, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, lecithin, mannitol, mineral oil, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, white ink 

Questions or comments?

Call 1-888-309-9030

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EXTRA STRENGTH

Stool Softener

Docusate sodium 250 mg

Stool Softener Laxative

  • Stimulant-free
  • Relief of occasional constipation

SOFTGELS

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

DISTRIBUTED BY OLD EAST MAIN CO.

100 MISSION RIDGE,

GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072

 

Product Label
Docusate sodium 250 mg

DailyMed Set ID: 183576bd-c252-471b-8797-32cac5b0329c · Version 3
NDC: 55910-879