Stool Softener Laxative (DOCUSATE SODIUM)
Stool Softener Laxative (DOCUSATE SODIUM) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: Stool Softener Laxative; Generic name: DOCUSATE SODIUM; Manufacturer: CVS PHARMACY, INC.
| Brand name | Stool Softener Laxative |
|---|---|
| Generic name | DOCUSATE SODIUM |
| Manufacturer | CVS PHARMACY, INC |
| Used for | Uses for relief of occasional constipation and irregularity this product generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours |
| Dosage | Directions take with a glass of water adults and children 12 years and over take 1-3 softgels daily. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. 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 stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks Stop use and ask a doctor if you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using a laxative. These could be a sign of a serious condition. you need to use a laxative for more than 1 week If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health care professional before use. Keep out of reach |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate Sodium USP, 100 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=056ec3cf-edcf-4a9a-8cfa-7cf9c4a9a138 |