Docusate Sodium
FDA Label NDC 67296-1835

Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions

Structured Product Label

The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Redpharm Drug, Inc. for the product Docusate Sodium (NDC 67296-1835). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.

This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredient (in each softgel), purpose, uses, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are, when using this product, stop use and ask a doctor if, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.

Label Section Quick Index

→ Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel)

→ Purpose

→ Uses

→ Do Not Use

→ Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have

→ Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

→ When Using This Product

→ Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If

→ If Pregnant Or Breast-feeding,

→ Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.

→ Directions

→ Other Information

→ Inactive Ingredients

→ Questions?

→ Principal Display Panel

Active Ingredient (In Each Softgel)

Docusate sodium 100 mg

Purpose

Stool softener laxative

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

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are

taking any other drug. Take this product two or more hours before or after other drugs. Laxatives may affect how other drugs work.

When Using This Product

do not exceed the maximum recommended daily dosage in a 24-hour period

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 professional before use.

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 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 6 mg
very low sodium
store at 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive Ingredients

D&C red no. 33, edible ink, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, polyethylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution, titanium dioxide