Stool Softener
Stool Softener is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient DOCUSATE SODIUM manufactured by Geri-Care Pharmaceutical 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 20231115.
- Generic name
- DOCUSATE SODIUM
- Manufacturer
- Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- ORAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 57896-426
- Application
- M007
- Label effective
- 20231115
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Dosage & Administration
Directions adults and children 12 years and older: take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor children under 12: do not use do not exceed recommended dose
Contraindications
Not available.
Warnings
Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have stomach pain, nausea, or vomiting have a sudden change in bowel habits that persists over a period of 2 weeks are presently taking mineral oil Stop use and ask a doctor if you need to use a laxative longer than 1 week you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement. These could be signs of 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 right away.
Adverse Reactions
Not available.