DOK
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE
- Labeler
- A-S Medication Solutions
- Label updated
- 2021-03-08
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
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 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 a 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
- 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 to 3 softgels daily. |
| children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other information
- each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
- store at 25ºC (77ºF);excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients
edible ink, FD&C Red #40, FD&C Yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol*, purified water sorbitan, sorbitol
*contains one or more of these ingredients
Questions or comments?
Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
HOW SUPPLIED
Product: 50090-5268
NDC: 50090-5268-0 20 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
NDC: 50090-5268-1 100 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
NDC: 50090-5268-2 60 CAPSULE in a BOTTLE
DOK (DOCUSATE SODIUM) CAPSULE
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NDC: 50090-5268