exchange select stool softener (DOCUSATE SODIUM)
exchange select stool softener (DOCUSATE SODIUM) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: exchange select stool softener; Generic name: DOCUSATE SODIUM; Manufacturer: Army & Air Force Exchange Service.
| Brand name | exchange select stool softener |
|---|---|
| Generic name | DOCUSATE SODIUM |
| Manufacturer | Army & Air Force Exchange Service |
| Used for | Uses • relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) • generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours |
| Dosage | 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 |
| Warnings | Warnings 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. Stop use and ask a doctor if • you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movemen |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate sodium 100 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=14985848-d791-42b9-ad7e-810a85bb1ee1 |