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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL)
Label updated
2024-03-15
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium USP,  100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity 
  • this product 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

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

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using a laxative. These could be sign 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.

Directions
  • take with a glass of water
 adults and children 12 years and over  take 1 to 3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
 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 7 mg
  • store at 25ºC (77º); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients

citric acid, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special, white edible ink

Questions or comments?

Call 1-888-309-9030

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Compare to active ingredient in Dulcolax® Stool Softener**

Gentle Relief

Stool Softener

Docusate Sodium, 100 mg

Stool softener laxative

Fast, Dependable Relief of Occasional Constipation

100 mg

Softgels

**This product is not manufactured by Chattem, Inc., distributor of Dulcolax® Stool Softener.

TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.

KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION.

DISTRIBUTED BY

OLD EAST MAIN CO.

100 MISSION RIDGE

GOODLETTSVILLE, TN  37072

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 8b033d56-b95b-4905-9f33-cf2fbd61ce35 · Version 2
NDC: 55910-938