FDA Label for Stool Softener Laxative
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- ACTIVE INGREDIENT (IN EACH SOFTGEL)
- PURPOSE
- USES
- DO NOT USE
- ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
- STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
- IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING,
- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
- DIRECTIONS
- OTHER INFORMATION
- INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
- QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
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Stool Softener Laxative Product Label
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Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener laxative
Uses
- for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity
- this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Do Not Use
if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- stomach pain
- nausea
- vomiting
- a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts more than 2 weeks
Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If
- you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using 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 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
- take with a glass of water
adults and children 12 years and over | take 1 to 3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. |
children 2 to under 12 years of age | take 1 softgel daily |
children under 2 years | ask a doctor |
Other Information
- each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
- store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted between 15-30°C (59-86°F)
Inactive Ingredients
edible ink, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol
Questions Or Comments?
Call 1-888-287-1915
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†Compare to the active ingredient in Dulcolax® Stool Softener
Stool Softener
Docusate Sodium 100 mg
Stool Softener Laxative
- Comfortable relief of painful, hard, dry stools
- Stimulant-Free
- Constipation relief
SOFTGELS
†This product is not manufactured or distributed by Chattem Inc., distributor of Dulcolax® Stool Softener
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING.
DISTRIBUTED BY: Wal-Mart Inc.,
Bentonville,AR 72716
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EQUATE Stool Softener Laxative
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