56f7966a-c95e-3ce3-e054-00144ff88e88

SPL v5
SPL
SPL Set ID 56f7966a-c95e-3ce3-e054-00144ff88e88
Route
oral
Published
Effective Date 2017-08-17
Document Type 34390-5 HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL

Drug Facts

Composition & Product

Active Ingredients
docusate (100 mg)
Inactive Ingredients
gelatin glycerin polyethylene glycol 400 propylene glycol sorbitol water d&c yellow no. 10 fd&c yellow no. 6 fd&c red no. 40 mannitol

Identifiers & Packaging

Pill Appearance
Imprint: SCU1 Shape: oval Color: red Size: 12 mm Score: 1
Marketing Status
otc monograph drug active Since 2000-01-01
Purpose

Stool Softener Laxative

Description

Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Medication Information

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you

• have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting

• have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

• are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week

• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These

could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

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

Stool Softener Laxative

Directions

• adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-2 softgel daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter, or as directed by doctor

• children under 12: consult a doctor

• do not exceed recommended dose

Other Information

• each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg. very low sodium

• store at 15°C-25°C(59° F-77° F)

• keep tightly closed

• product from USA or Canada

• Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken.

Inactive Ingredients

FD and C red 40, gelatin, glycerin, edible ink, PEG, propylene glycol, sorbitol special, water. May also contain D and C yellow 10, FD and C yellow 6 (sunset yellow), mannitol.

Description

Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Section 50565-1

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Package Label

Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel)

Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Structured Label Content

Warnings

Ask a doctor before use if you

• have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting

• have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks

• are presently taking mineral oil

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week

• you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These

could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

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

Stool Softener Laxative

Directions

• adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-2 softgel daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter, or as directed by doctor

• children under 12: consult a doctor

• do not exceed recommended dose

Other Information (Other information)

• each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg. very low sodium

• store at 15°C-25°C(59° F-77° F)

• keep tightly closed

• product from USA or Canada

• Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken.

Inactive Ingredients (Inactive ingredients)

FD and C red 40, gelatin, glycerin, edible ink, PEG, propylene glycol, sorbitol special, water. May also contain D and C yellow 10, FD and C yellow 6 (sunset yellow), mannitol.

Section 50565-1 (50565-1)

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Package Label

Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel) (Active ingredient (in each softgel))

Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Advanced Ingredient Data

Raw Label Data

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Additional Information

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