FDA Label for Stool Softener
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Stool Softener Product Label
The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Walgreens. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.
Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)
Docusate Calcium 240 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
Stool softener laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation
- this product generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
Do Not Use
if you are currently taking mineral oil, unless directed 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 laxative for more than 1 week
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.
Directions
- adults and children 12 years of age and over: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
- children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
Other Information
- store between 20°-25°C (68°-77°F); excursions permitted between 15°-30°C (59°-86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
corn oil, D&C red #33, edible white ink, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, sorbitol special
Questions Or Comments?
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Compare to Surfak® active ingredient††
Stool Softener
DOCUSATE CALCIUM 240 mg /
STOOL SOFTENER LAXATIVE
SOFTGELS
- Gentle relief of constipation
- Take once a day
Sodium free
††This product is not manufactured or distributed by Chattem Inc., distributor of Surfak®.
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
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DISTRIBUTED BY:WALGREEN CO.
200 WILMOT RD., DEERFIELD, IL 60015
Product Label
WALGREENS Stool Softener
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