Docusate Sodium
- Dosage form
- CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
- Labeler
- Cardinal Health 107, LLC
- Label updated
- 2026-07-20
- 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)
• this product generally produces a bowel movement within 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
• abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting
• a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking mineral oil
Stop use and ask a doctor if
• you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These can 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 care professional before use.
Label information
Keep out of reach of children
Overdose Warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
• take only by mouth • take softgels with a full glass (8 oz) of water
|
adults and children 12 years of age |
take 1 to 3 softgels daily or as directed |
|
children 6 to under 12 years of age |
take 1 softgel daily or as directed by |
|
children under 6 years of age |
ask a doctor |
Other information
• each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg (very low sodium)
• store at controlled room temperature 20–25°C (68–77°F)
• protect from light, heat and moisture
Inactive ingredients
FD&C Red No.40, FD&C Yellow No.6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution
Questions or comments?
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Label information
Distributed by:
MAJOR® PHARMACEUTICALS
Indianapolis, IN 46268
(800) 616-2471
Overbagged with 10 softgels per bag, NDC 55154-0578-0
WARNING: This Unit Dose package is not child resistant and is Intended for Institutional Use Only. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.
Distributed By:
Cardinal Health
Dublin, OH 43017
L61399840626
www.major-rugby.com
Made in India
CT0904760961
REV.00-092025
Rev. 10/25 M-173 Re-order No. 701455
READ AND KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE
PRODUCT WARNINGS AND INFORMATION
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PACKAGE IS OPENED OR IF BLISTER
UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING.
Principal Display Panel
NDC 55154-0578-0
DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg
Stool Softener Laxative
10 SOFTGELS
[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]
DailyMed Set ID: fc5e82b6-e25c-4686-9781-2205819685f5 · Version 1
NDC: 55154-0578