Drug Facts
| Active ingredients | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Docusate Sodium 250 mg | Stool Softener Laxative |
Uses
- relieves occasional constipation
- generally produces bowel movement in 12-72 hours
Warnings
Do not use
- for longer than one week
- if you are taking mineral oil
- when abdominal pain, nausea or vomiting are present
Ask a doctor before use if you have noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over two 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.
Stop use and ask doctor if
- you experience rectal bleeding
- you fail to have a bowel movement after using this product. These may indicate a serious condition.
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
- adults and children 12 years and over: 1 capsule once daily
- children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Other Information
- each capsule contains: sodium 13 mg
- keep tightly closed
- store at room temperature 15°-30°C (59°-86°F) in a dry place
Inactive Ingredients
citric acid, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol 400, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, sorbitol
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