Stool Softener Laxative
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- CVS Pharmacy
- Label updated
- 2024-03-07
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Ask a doctor before use if you have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days
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 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
- take softgels with a full glass (8 oz) of water
| adults and children 12 years and older | take 1-3 softgels daily or as directed by a doctor. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor |
| children under 6 years of age | ask a doctor |
Other information
- each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
- store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients
D&C red #33*, edible ink, FD&C blue #1*, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide
*contains one or more of these ingredients
Questions or comments?
Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
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Compare to the active ingredient in Phillips'® Stool Softener**
Stool Softener
DOCUSATE SODIUM, 100 mg
Stool Softener Laxative
Relieves constipation
Gentle, dependable relief
Stimulant-free
Cramp-free
SOFTGELS
**This product is not manufactured or distributed by Bayer HealthCare LLC, distributor of Phillips'® Stool Softener.
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
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Product Label
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: 849b057a-dc46-423c-a2f4-b01f135a3803 · Version 5
NDC: 69842-579