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STOOL SOFTENER
- Dosage form
- TABLET
- Labeler
- Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals, Corp
- Label updated
- 2026-06-18
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
Active ingredient
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
- 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.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of the 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 and older: take 1-3 tablets daily, or as directed by a doctor. May be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
- children under 12: ask a doctor
Other information
- each tablet contains: calcium 50 mg, sodium 10 mg
- store at room temperature 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F)
- Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken
Inactive ingredients
microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, dicalcium phosphate, magnesium stearate, silica, sodium benzoate, stearic acid
Questions or comments?
1-800-540-3765
PACKAGE LABEL
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 3ec42148-6786-22f2-e054-00144ff8d46c · Version 6
NDC: 57896-421