Stool Softener Docusate Sodium

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener

• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
• generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

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 accidental overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

• Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose, preferably in the evening, or in divided doses.

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

• ach softgel contains: sodium 7mg 
• store at 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
• protect from moisture

FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol special

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