Docusate calcium
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- Central Texas Community Health Centers
- Label updated
- 2016-03-22
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-07
- Active ingredients
- Docusate calcium
Active ingredient (in each softgel)
Docusate Calcium 240 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
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 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
Ask a doctor before use if
you notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding
- you fail to have a bowel movement after use
These could be signs of s serious condition.
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 right away.
Directions
- adults and children over 12 years of age: take 1 softgel daily for several days, or until bowel movements are normal, or as directed by a doctor
- children under 12 years of age: take as directed by a doctor
Other information
- store between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients
corn oil, D&C red #33, edible white ink, FD&C red #40, gelatin, glycerin, purified water and sorbitol special.
Questions or comments?
1-800-645-2158
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Compare to active ingredient in SURFAK®*
Safe, Effective, Non-Habit Forming
Stool Softener Laxative DC
Docusate Calcium USP, 240 mg
SOFTGEL CAPSULES
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PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 240 mg Capsule Bottle Label
CommUnityCare Federally Qualified Health Centers
DOCUSATE
CALCIUM
240 MG
CAPS
Date:
Name:
Dr.
TAKE 1 CAPSULE BY MOUTH DAILY AS DIRECTED.
123456
1/1/01
DOCUSATE CA.240MG CAPS#30NDC 76413-307-30
Batch: 123456
Lot: 123456
Exp: 1/1/01
MAJOR
Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any other person than the patient for whom prescribed.
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DailyMed Set ID: fbb8e974-5360-4ad4-bfcf-23063a586693 · Version 1
NDC: 76413-307