Stool Softener
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- HEB
- Label updated
- 2025-12-08
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
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
Ask a doctor before use if you
• have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
• noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts longer than 2 weeks
• are presently taking mineral oil
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These could be signs of a serious condition.
• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week
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
• do not exceed recommended dose
• adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 1-3
softgels daily, usually 1 softgel daily after the first bowel movement, or as directed by a doctor
• children under 12: ask a doctor
Other information
• each softgel contains: sodium 7 mg. very low sodium
• store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C)
• keep tightly closed
Inactive ingredients
gelatin (bovine), glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol. Contains less that 1% of D&C red #33, edible ink, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow), titanium dioxide
Questions or comments?
1-800-540-3765
Package Label
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 2f10041a-8c88-09a5-e063-6294a90a07cc · Version 2
NDC: 37808-582