DOCUSATE SODIUM
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE
- Labeler
- Sam's West Inc
- Label updated
- 2024-10-24
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
Active ingredient
(in each softgel)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so 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 stool softener 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 only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
| adults and children 12 years and over |
take 1-3 softgel daily |
| children 2 to under 12 years of age |
take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years |
ask a doctor |
Other information
- each capsule contains: sodium 5 mg Very Low Sodium
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF). Keep tightly closed.
Inactive ingredients
D&C Red No.33, gelatin, glycerin, Neelicert FD&C Red No.40, Neelicert FD&C Yellow No.6, noncrystallizing sorbitol solution, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac glaze, titanium dioxide.
Questions or Comments?
Call 1-855-274-4122 (toll-free)
(Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST)
*This product is not manufactured or distributed by Purdue Products L.P., owner of the registered trademark Colace®.
DISTRIBUTED BY
SAM'S WEST, INC.
BENTONVILLE, AR 72716
PACKAGE LABEL-PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 100 mg (600 Capsules Container Label)
Compare to Colace®
active ingredient*
NDC 68196-995-64
Member's Mark™
Stool
Softener
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Regular Strength
- Gentle, Dependable
- Stimulant-free
600 Softgels [Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: b0e99ebb-41fc-459f-86d2-f0e3527f97b0 · Version 4
NDC: 68196-995