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Gentle Stool Softener (DOCUSATE SODIUM)

Gentle Stool Softener (DOCUSATE SODIUM) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Gentle Stool Softener; Generic name: DOCUSATE SODIUM; Manufacturer: WALGREEN COMPANY.

Brand nameGentle Stool Softener
Generic nameDOCUSATE SODIUM
ManufacturerWALGREEN COMPANY
Used forUses relieves of occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours
DosageDirections take with a glass of water Adults and children 12 years of age and over take 1 to 3 capsules daily. This dose may be taken as asingle daily dose or ib divided doses. Children 2 to under 12 years of age 1 capsule daily. Children under 2 years of age Ask a doctor
WarningsWarnings Do not use if you are presently taking mineral o il
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient (in each liquid-filled capsule) Docusate Sodium 100 mg
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=169b33f9-e559-47bf-bbba-c7eda4762c7f

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