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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Velocity Pharma
Label updated
2013-05-11
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 laxative

Uses
  • for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you have:

  • stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking mineral oil.

Stop use and ask a doctor if:

  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. This could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use 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

Take with glass of water

adults and children 12 years and over:

  • 1 to 3 liquid gels daily. This dose may be taken as single daily dose or in divided doses.

    Children under 12 years of age:

  • 1 liquid gel daily

Children under 2 years of age

Ask a doctor

Other Information
  • store at 15-30 °C (59-86 °F)
  • protect from excessive humidity
  • do not use this product if the safety seal under the cap is torn or missing
Inactive Ingredients

FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, hypromellose, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, titanium dioxide

Questions or Comments

Call 1-855-314-1850

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

NDC: 076168-069-05 – 25 COUNT

DailyMed Set ID: 7684b17d-ab3f-4202-ba75-7d0603c63e92 · Version 2
NDC: 76168-069