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DOCUSATE SODIUM

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Spirit Pharmaceuticals LLC
Label updated
2024-12-13
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each gelcaps)

Docusate Sodium 100 mg 

Purpose

Stool Softner

Uses
  • for the prevention of the dry, hard stools
  • for relief of occassional constipation. This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Do not use

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

When abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present for longer than 1 week unless directed by a doctor

Ask a doctor before use if you

notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

Stop use abd ask a doctor if you

have rectal bleeding fail to have a bowel movement occur after use.

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 1(800)222-1222 immediately.

Stop use and ask a doctor if you

have rectal bleeding fail to have bowel movement occur after use.

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 1-800-222-1222 immediately.

Directions
  • adult and children 12 years and over: take 1-3 gelcaps, preferably at bedtime
  • children 2 to under 12 years of age: take 1 gelcap at bedtime
  • children under 2 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • Store at room temperature 15-30°C  (59-86°F) 
  • do not use if safety seal under cap is torn or missing
Inactive ingredients

FD&C Red #33, FD&C Red#40, FD&C Yellow#6, gelatin,

glycerin, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, purified

water, shellac, sorbitol solution, titanium dioxide.

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Compare to the active ingredient in

Colace ® Gel Caps *

STOOL

SOFTENER

DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg

Gentle

Effective

Stimulant-Free Relief

100 GELCAPS

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 69ca6847-bb21-4b16-917e-caf7fe98a5f8 · Version 6
NDC: 68210-0350