Dual Action Senna Stool Softener
Dual Action Senna Stool Softener is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG, SENNOSIDES 8.6 MG manufactured by Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp administered by ORAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20260803.
- Generic name
- DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG, SENNOSIDES 8.6 MG
- Manufacturer
- Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 83059-0091
- Application
- M007
- Label effective
- 20260803
About this product
Dual Action Senna Stool Softener is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG, SENNOSIDES 8.6 MG. It is labelled by Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp taken by oral and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 83059-0091, application M007, label effective 20260803. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 MG, SENNOSIDES 8.6 MG are most often described in connection with: relieves occasional, constipation irregularity, generally produces, bowel movement. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Dosage & Administration
Directions take preferably at bedtime or as directed by a doctor Age Arting Dosage Maximum Dosage adults and children 12 years of age and older 2 softgels once a day 4 softgels twice a day children 6 to under 12 years 1 softgel once a day 2 softgels twice a day children under 6 years of age ask a doctor ask a doctor
Warnings
Warnings Do not use if you are now taking mineral oil, unless directed by a doctor laxative products for longer than 1 week, unless directed 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 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dual Action Senna Stool Softener used for?
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 6-12 hours
Who makes Dual Action Senna Stool Softener?
Shield Pharmaceuticals Corp is the labeler of record for Dual Action Senna Stool Softener.
What form does Dual Action Senna Stool Softener come in?
administered by oral. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.
Is Dual Action Senna Stool Softener prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.
Has Dual Action Senna Stool Softener been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.
Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.