Stool Softener
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- HEB
- Label updated
- 2025-12-09
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Sodium 250 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
- 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 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
- children under 12: do not use
- do not exceed recommended dose
Other information
- each softgel contains: sodium 15 mg
- store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C)
- keep tightly closed
- package not child resistant
Inactive ingredients
FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow), gelatin (bovine), glycerol, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special
Questions or comments?
1-800-540-3765
package Label
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 2f103a88-4cab-d4b9-e063-6394a90ac7fc · Version 2
NDC: 37808-585