FDA Label for Laxative
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Laxative Product Label
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Drug Facts
Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)
Docusate sodium 50 mg
Sennosides 8.6 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Laxative
Uses
• relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 6–12 hours
Otc - Do Not Use
Do not use • if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor • laxative products for longer than 1 week, unless directed by a doctor
Otc - Ask Doctor
Ask a doctor before use if you have • stomach pain • nausea • vomiting • noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that continues over a period of 2 weeks
Otc - Ask Doctor/Pharmacist
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These may indicate a serious condition.
Otc - Stop Use
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 stool softener
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. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor
| Age | Starting Dosage | Maximum Dosage |
| adults & children 12 years of age & over | 2 tablets once a day | 4 tablets twice a day |
| children 6 to under 12 years of age | 1 tablet once a day | 2 tablets twice a day |
| children 2 to under 6 years | ½ tablet once a day | 1 tablet twice a day |
| children under 2 years | ask a doctor | ask a doctor |
Other Information
• each tablet contains: calcium 2 mg and sodium 6 mg
• store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15°–30°C (59°–86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
Light liquid paraffin, Soya lecithin, Beeswax, Colloidal silicon dioxide (aerosol), Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose, titanium dioxide, Gelatin, Glycerin, Sorbitol sorbitan, Povidone, FD&C Yellow-6, FD&C Red-33, spl, Purified water
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