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STOOL SOFTENER

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
PuraCap Pharmaceutical LLC
Label updated
2019-12-11
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

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

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks 

Label information

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

Label information

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

take with a glass of water

adults and children 12 years and over

     1 to 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

     1 softgel daily

children under 2 years of age

     ask a doctor

Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
  • store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • protect from excessive humidity
Inactive ingredients

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

Questions or comments?

Call toll free: 1-800-833-6278

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STOOL SOFTENER 

DOCUSATE SODIUM 100mg  100 SOFTGELS

Compare to the active ingredient in DULCOLAX®

NDC 51013-120-24

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 3442ffb7-659c-46a9-8164-ab0d5fb52f14 · Version 2
NDC: 51013-120