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 Puracap Pharmaceutical Llc. 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 sodium 100 mg


Purpose



Stool softener laxative


Uses



  • 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

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

Directions



take softgels with a full glass (8oz) of water

adults and children 12 years and older

     take 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 years 

     take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor

children under 6 years 

     ask a doctor


Other Information



  • each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
  • store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) 
  • protect from excessive humidity

Inactive Ingredients



anhydrous citric acid, FD&C red # 40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution and white edible ink


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Stool Softener 

DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg  30 SOFTGELS

Compare to Phillips' Stool Softener Liquid Gels active ingredient

NDC 51013-433-20


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