Stool Softener Laxative

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each softgel)

Docusate sodium USP 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener

Uses:

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces bowel movement in 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

• stomach pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
• you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week

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 (1-800-222-1222).

Directions:

• take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.

adults and children 12 years and over	take 1-3 softgels daily
children 2 to under 12 years of age	take 1 softgel daily
children under 2 years	ask a doctor

Other information

• each capsule contains: sodium 6 mg
• keep tightly closed.
• store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F).

Inactive ingredients D&C red no. 33, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, ferrosoferric oxide, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sorbitol solution, titanium dioxide

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