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Stool Softener

Dosage form
CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
Labeler
Dolgencorp, Inc. (DOLLAR GENERAL & REXALL)
Label updated
2026-08-10
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
DOCUSATE SODIUM
View original label and images on DailyMed ↗
Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

Uses
  • for temporary relief of occasional constipation and irregularity 
  • this product generally produces bowel movement in 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
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using a laxative. These could be sign of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health care professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (188-222-1222) right away

Directions
  • take with a glass of water
 adults and children 12 years 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  ask a doctor
Other information
  • each softgel contains: sodium 7 mg
  • store at 25ºC (77º); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients

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

Questions or comments?

Call toll free 1-866-4-REXALL

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Stool Softener

Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Stool softener laxative

  • Stimulant-free

Softgels

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

DISTRIBUTED BY

OLD EAST MAIN CO.

100 MISSION RIDGE

GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072

Product Label

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: f4671579-aed0-4f93-ab83-248e0d72b5b0 · Version 3
NDC: 55910-939