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Fleet

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
C.B. Fleet Company, Inc.
Label updated
2024-06-27
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

Do not use

  • if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over a period of 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These symptoms may indicate a serious condition.
  • you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
Adults and children 12 years and over take 1-3 softgels daily
Children 2 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily
Children under 2 years ask a doctor
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
  • VERY LOW SODIUM
  • store at 25°C (77°F) excursions permitted between 15°– 30°C (59°–86°F)
Inactive ingredients

black edible ink, citric acid, D&C red no. 33, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, sorbitol solution, water

Questions?

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Fleet

Docusate sodium 100 mg Stool Softener

Oral Laxative

25 softgels

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 56a7b6c5-d674-4eed-91c2-77f7d18fff32 · Version 2
NDC: 0132-0402