Non-Habit Forming Stool Softener DOCUSATE SODIUM DOCUSATE SODIUM DOCUSATE FD&C RED NO. 40 FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 GELATIN GLYCERIN POLYETHYLENE GLYCOLS PROPYLENE GLYCOL WATER SORBITOL orange P51 OVAL
Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses for prevention of dry, hard stools for relief of occasional constipation This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
Indications & Usage
Uses for prevention of dry, hard stools for relief of occasional constipation This product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.
Dosage & Administration
Directions adults and children over 12 years of age take 1 to 3 softgels preferably at bedtime children 6-12 years of age take 1 softgel at bedtime children under 6 years ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Do not use if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor Ask a doctor before use if if you notice a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks. Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding you fail to have a bowel movement after use These could be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Purpose
Purpose Stool softener
Do Not Use
Do not use if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor when abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting are present for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding you fail to have a bowel movement after use These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg store between 15º-30ºC (59º-86ºF)
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-645-2158
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