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Stool Softener (docusate sodium 100 mg) Dailymed

  1. Human OTC
  2. Archived
  3. Geri-Care Pharmaceutical Corp

Generic: docusate sodium

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IMPRINT: 401     SHAPE: oval
    COLOR: red

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Active Ingredient (in Each Softgel)


Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Purpose


Stool Softener Laxative

Uses

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

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.

OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION


Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions


• adults and children 12 years and older: take 1-2 softgel daily until first bowel movement; 1 softgel daily thereafter, or as directed by doctor

• children under 12: consult a doctor

• do not exceed recommended dose

Other Information


• each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg. very low sodium

• store at 15°C-25°C(59° F-77° F)

• keep tightly closed

• Tamper Evident: Do not use if imprinted seal under cap is missing or broken.

Inactive Ingredients


FD&C red #40, gelatin, glycerin, edible ink, PEG, propylene glycol, sorbitol sorbitan solution, water. Also contains D&C yellow #10 or FD&C yellow #6 (sunset yellow).

Package Label


Stool Softener

Docusate Sodium

1000 Softgels 100 mg each

COMPARE TO ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN COLACE®*

*This product is not manufactured or distributed by the owner of the registered trademark COLACE®. Made in Canada DIST. BY: GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICALS CORP. 1650 63rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11204



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