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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
RMT HEALTH LLC
Label updated
2025-12-02
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
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 for over 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
  • do not exceed recommended dose
  • adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-3 softgels daily, until first bowel movement; 1 softgel
    daily thereafter, 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
Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal
under cap is missing or broken.

Inactive ingredients

FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow), gelatin, glycerol, PEG, sorbitol special, purified water.

Questions or comments?

1-800-540-3765

Package Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 44fbb197-fe90-c5a8-e063-6394a90adb7d · Version 1
NDC: 85111-401