FDA Label for Phillips Stool Softener Bulk Docusate

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Phillips Stool Softener Bulk Docusate Product Label

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Drug Facts


Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)



Docusate sodium 100 mg


Purpose



Stool softener laxative


Use



  • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity)
  • this product generally produces a bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting
  • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days

Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist



Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking mineral oil


Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
  • you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week

Otc - Pregnancy Or Breast Feeding



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


Otc - 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.


Directions



  • take softgels with a full glass (8 oz) of water
  • adults and children 12 years and oldertake 1 to 3 softgels daily or as directed by a doctor. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
    children 6 to under 12 yearstake 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
    children under 6 years of ageask a doctor

Other Information



  • each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg
  • very low sodium
  • store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat 40°C (104°F).

Inactive Ingredients



FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, purified water, shellac, sodium hydroxide, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide


Questions Or Comments?



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