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DOCUSATE SODIUM

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
J.P. BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
Label updated
2019-12-26
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Label information

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener

Uses
  • for prevention of dry, hard stools
  • for relief of occasional constipation

This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.

Warnings

Label information

Do not use

  • if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor
  • when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present
  • for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor

Label information

Ask a doctor before use if you notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks.

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Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding
  • you fail to have a bowel movement after use

Label information

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health 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 with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years of age 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 of age consult a physician
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
  • store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
  • do not use if imprinted safety seal under cap is broken or missing
Inactive ingredients

FD&C Red # 40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerine, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol solution, titanium dioxide (for printing)

Questions or comments?

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Label information

Distributed By: J.P Business Enterprise
Lake Grove, NY 11755

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 50 Softgel Bottle Carton

VALUMEDS

Compare to the active ingredient in
Dulcolax ® Stool Softener

STOOL SOFTENER
DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 MG

  • GENTLE RELIEF
  • EFFECTIVE
  • STIMULANT FREE

50 SOFTGELS

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DailyMed Set ID: d15b10b9-18c8-4b3a-9b3f-9604f6ac5963 · Version 2
NDC: 59105-007