Docusate Sodium

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Stool softener

• prevents/relieves dry hard stool
• results usually occurs 1 to 3 days after the first dose
  

Do not use

• when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present
• for more than one week unless directed by a doctor
  

Ask a doctor before use if you

• are taking mineral oil
• have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that last over 2 weeks
  

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you have no bowel movement after 3 days
• you have rectal bleeding

These could be signs of a serious condition

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.

• do not exceed recommended dose

adults and children over 12 years	take 1-2 softgels daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter
children 6 to 12 years	take 1 softgel daily
children under 6 years	consult a doctor

• Tamper Evident: Do not use if safety seal under cap is broken or missing
• store at room temperature 15 ^o to 30 ^oC (59 ^o to 86 ^oF)
• protect from moisture
  

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