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Docusate

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours.

Sold without prescription in some countries Oral Safety alerts on record

How to use Docusate

Ce que dit la notice officielle. Si un médecin vous l'a prescrit, suivez l'ordonnance. La notice de votre boîte prime si elle est différente.

Pour qui

Relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours

Comment le prendre et à quelle fréquence
  • 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
Talk to a doctor first if

stomach pain nausea vomiting noticed a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 2 weeks

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 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 bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week 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. (1-800-222-1222)

Effets secondaires possibles

You have rectal bleeding or fail to have bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition. you need to use a stool softener laxative for more than 1 week

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Each softgel contains: sodium 6 mg VERY LOW SODIUM store at 25 o C (77 o F); excursions permitted between 15 o -30 o C (59 o -86 o F). keep tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

En cas d'oubli

Prenez-le dès que vous y pensez, sauf s'il est presque l'heure de la dose suivante. Dans ce cas, sautez la dose oubliée. Ne prenez jamais deux doses à la fois pour compenser. Vérifiez votre notice, certains médicaments font exception.

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-03-05.

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Preferred Stool SoftenerDOCUSATE CALCIUM 240 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Reese Pharmaceutical Co
NDC 10956-891Label
Stool Softener LaxativeDOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · The Kroger Co.
NDC 30142-280Label
Exchange Select Stool SoftenerDOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Army & Air Force Exchange Service
NDC 55301-486Label
Docusate SodiumDOCUSATE SODIUM 50 mg/1 · Capsule, Liquid Filled · Patheon Softgels Inc.
NDC 10888-5130Label
Foster And Thrive Senna-s Sennosides And Docusate Sodium Laxative And Stool SoftenerSENNOSIDES 8.6 mg/1, DOCUSATE SODIUM 50 mg/1 · Tablet · Strategic Sourcing Services LLC
NDC 70677-1309Label

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Docusate Sodium, 100mg softgels, packaged in 10 x 10 unit dose blister cards, For institutional use only, Mfg by: Aenova Holding GmBh, Miami, Fl 33186, NDC 63739-0478-10U.S. FDA Class II
16 Jan 2019 · Rx Pak Division of McKesson Corporation · TerminatedLabeling: Label mix-up: Secondary carton may be labeled as Gabapentin 300mg instead of Docusate Sodium 100mg softgel caps.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Docusate

What is Docusate used for?

relieves occasional constipation (irregularity) generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Docusate?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: 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…

Do I need a prescription for Docusate?

In many countries Docusate is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Docusate?

Docusate is sold under names such as Ferraplus, Hemax, Pedia-lax Liquid, Promolaxin, Enemeez, Pet-ema, Doculase, Colace W/sennosides. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Docusate is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.