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
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.
Label information
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)
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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