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stool softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Central Texas Community Health Centers
Label updated
2016-10-31
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE CALCIUM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate calcium 240 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Warnings

Do not use

if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

  • stomach pain
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 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 could be signs of a serious condition. 
  • you need to use a 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 overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • store at 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Inactive Ingredients

corn oil, D&C red #33*, edible white ink, FD&C blue #1*, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6*, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, sorbitol special

*contains one or more of these ingredients

Questions or comments?

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 240 MG Capsule Bottle Label

CommUnityCare Federally Qualified Health Centers

DOCUSATE
CALCIUM
240 MG
CAPS

Date:

Name:
Dr.

TAKE 1 CAPSULE BY MOUTH DAILY AS DIRECTED.

123456

1/1/01

DOCUSATE CA.240MG CAPS#30NDC 76413-324-30

Batch: 123456
Lot: 123456
Exp: 1/1/01
SUNMARK

Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any other person than the patient for whom prescribed.

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 69129a39-b1d7-4212-a97e-813bd08de4a1 · Version 1
NDC: 76413-324