OTC Medication Information: GeriCare Docusate Sodium Liquid
GERICARE DOCUSATE SODIUM LIQUID- docusate sodium liquid
GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICALS, CORP
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Active Ingredients (per 5 mL)
Docusate Sodium 50 mg
Purpose
Stool Softener
Uses
- relieves of occasional constipation (irregularity)
- generally produces bowel movement in 12 to 72 hours
Warnings
Do not use for more than one week unless directed by a doctor.
Ask a doctore before use if you
- have stomach pain, nausea or vomiting
- hadve sudden change in bowel habits that persits over a period of 2 weeks
- are taking mineral oil
Stop use and ask doctor if
- you have rectal bleeding or fail to have a bowel movement afrer use of this product. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- a skin rash occurs
- you experience throat irritation
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use
Keep out of reach of children. In case of accidental overdose, seek medical assistance or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
shake well before using
- follow dosing directions below or use as directed by a physician
- do not exceed recommended dose
- must be given in a 6 oz to 8 oz glass of milk or fruit juice to prevent throat irritation
- may be taken as a single daily dose or in dividend dose
- take maximum dose daily until first bowel movement, dosage should then be reduced according to individual response
1 teasponnful = 5 mL
Age | Dose |
Adults and children over 12 years of age | 1 to 6 teaspoons (5 mL — 30 mL) |
Children under 12 years of age | Ask a doctor |
OTHER INFORMATION
- each teaspoonful (5 mL) contains: sodium 9 mg
- store at room temperature 15°- 30° (59°-86°F)
- protect from excessive heat
- Pharmacist-Preserve and dispense in tight, light-resistant container with a child resistant cap as defined in the USP
- Tamper-Evident: Do not use if foil over bottle opening is torn, broken, or missing
Inactive ingredients: FD&C red #40, flavor, methylparaben, poloxamer, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, propylparaben, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sucralose
Questions or comments? 1-800-540-3765
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Labeler — GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICALS, CORP (611196254) |
Revised: 03/2023 GERI-CARE PHARMACEUTICALS, CORP
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