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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: P & L Development, LLC.

Brand nameStool Softener Laxative
Generic nameDOCUSATE SODIUM
ManufacturerP & L Development, LLC
Used forUses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
DosageDirections 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
WarningsWarnings 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 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. Ke
Active ingredient(s)Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate sodium 100 mg
RouteORAL
Official labelhttps://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=098d2377-0019-45fe-b995-700b1b1241c4

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