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Stool Softener LaxativeExtra Strength

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Rite Aid Corporation
Label updated
2024-05-08
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
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Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium 250 mg

Purpose

 Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • for relief of occasional constipation
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement within 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
  • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that last 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 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 right away.

Directions
  • adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
  • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 15 mg
  • store between 20-25ºC(68º-77ºF); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Inactive Ingredients

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

Questions or comments?

Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday- Friday 9AM-5PM EST

Principal Display Panel

EXTRA STRENGTH

STOOL SOFTENER LAXATIVE

COL•RITE

DOCUSATE SODIUM 250 MG

Stimulant-Free

Relief of Constipation

SOFTGELS

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

DISTRIBUTED BY: RITE AID,

200 NEWBERRY COMMONS

ETTERS, PA 17319

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: de2d7062-5886-4d2a-be58-0d807364912e · Version 4
NDC: 11822-0652