Docusate Sodium
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- American Health Packaging
- Label updated
- 2026-06-25
- 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)
- generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor
- when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present unless directed by a doctor
- for longer than one 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 and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or you fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. This may indicate a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use.
Label information
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center 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 of age and over |
take 1 to 3 softgels daily |
|
children 2 to under 12 years of age |
take 1 softgel daily |
|
children under 2 years of age |
ask a doctor |
Other information
- Each softgel contains: sodium 7 mg VERY LOW SODIUM
- Store at room temperature between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
- FOR YOUR PROTECTION: Do not use if blister is torn or broken.
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, Gelatin USP, Glycerin USP, Polyethylene Glycol 400 NF, Purified Water USP, Sorbital USP
The drug product contained in this package is from NDC # 61301-8001, SWISSCAPS Romania srl.
Distributed by:
American Health Packaging
2550 John Glenn Avenue, Suite A
Columbus, OH 43217
712901
0412901/0216PS
Principal Display Panel – Carton – 100 mg
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
NDC 60687- 129-01
DOCUSATE SODIUM, USP
Stool Softener Laxative
100 mg
100 Softgels (10 x 10)
Distributed by: American Health Packaging, Columbus,
Ohio 43217
712901
0412901/1025
Principal Display Panel - Blister – 100 mg
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DOCUSATE SODIUM, USP
Stool Softener Laxative
Softgel
100 mg
DailyMed Set ID: be7cab51-ce7e-465d-95db-083e69288cfd · Version 9
NDC: 60687-129