FDA Label for Stool Softener
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Stool Softener Product Label
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Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)
Docusate sodium 100 mg
Purpose
Stool softener
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours.
Do Not Use
- if you are presently taking mineral oil, unless told to do so 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 stool softener laxative for more than 1 week
Directions
Take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
adults and children 12 years and over | take 1 - 3 softgels daily |
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
- VERY LOW SODIUM
- store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) and avoid excessive heat
Inactive Ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, black ink, D&C red #33, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution and white dispersion G.B
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STOOL SOFTENER
DOCUSATE SODIUM 100mg 10 Softgels
Compare to the active ingredient in COLACE
NDC 51013-426-48
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