Stool Softener DOCUSATE SODIUM HEB FDA Approved Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Generic: DOCUSATE SODIUM
Mfr: HEB FDA OTC
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Substance Docusate Sodium
Route
ORAL
Applications
M007
Package NDC

Drug Facts

Composition & Profile

Active Ingredients
Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Inactive ingredients FD&C red #40 FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow) gelatin (bovine) glycerol polyethylene glycol sorbitol special purified water.
Strengths
100 mg
Treats Conditions
Uses Relieves Occasional Constipation Irregularity Generally Produces Bowel Movement In 12 To 72 Hours
Pill Appearance
Shape: oval Color: red Imprint: SCU1

Identifiers & Packaging

Container Type UNKNOWN
All Product Codes
UPC
0197870178219
UNII
F05Q2T2JA0
Packaging

Package Label 1

Package Descriptions
  • Package Label 1

Overview

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

Indications & Usage

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

Dosage & Administration

Directions do not exceed recommended dose adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-3 softgels daily, usually 1 softgel daily after the first bowel movement, or as directed by a doctor. children under 12: ask a doctor

Warnings & Precautions
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. 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

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 7 mg. Very low sodium • store at 59°-77°F (15°-25°C) • keep tightly closed

Questions

Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765


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