Docusate Sodium
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- NuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.
- Label updated
- 2024-05-02
- 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
Ask a doctor before use if you
• have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
• have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks
• are presently taking mineral oil
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week
• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These
could be signs of a serious condition.
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
• do not exceed recommended dose
• adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-3
softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel
daily thereafter, or as directed by a doctor
• children under 12: consult a doctor
Other information
•
each softgel contains: sodium 7 mg. Very low sodium
• store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C)
• keep tightly closed
•
Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal
under cap is missing or broken.
Inactive ingredients
FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow), gelatin, glycerin, PEG, sorbitol special, water.
Package Label
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: ed20d198-e935-200e-e053-2a95a90a309b · Version 2
NDC: 68071-2874