OTC Medication Information: Stool Softener Laxative
STOOL SOFTENER LAXATIVE- docusate sodium capsule, liquid filled
Walgreens
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
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 a bowel movement after use of a laxative. These could be signs of a serious condition.
- you need to use a 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
- take only by mouth. Doses may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses
adult 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 |
Other information
- each softgel contains: sodium 5 mg
- store at 25ºC (77ºF); excursions permitted between 15-30ºC (59-86ºF)
Inactive ingredients
ammonium hydroxide, anhydrous citric acid, D&C red #33, ethyl alcohol, FD&C blue #1, FD&C red #40, FD&C yellow #6, gelatin, glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, lecithin, mineral oil, n-butyl alcohol, polyethylene glycol, potassium hydroxide, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitan, sorbitol, titanium dioxide
Questions or comments?
Call 1-877-753-3935 Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM EST
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Compare to the active ingredient in Colace® Regular Strength Stool Softener††
Stool Softener
DOCUSATE SODIUM 100 mg /
STOOL SOFTENER LAXATIVE
Regular Strength
- Effective relief of occasional constipation
- Gentle & dependable
- Stimulant free
SOFTGELS
††This product is not manufactured or distributed by Atlantis Consumer Healthcare Inc.,owner of the registered trademark Colace®.
TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF PRINTED SAFETY SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN OR MISSING
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DISTRIBUTED BY: WALGREEN CO.
DEERFIELD, IL 60015
Product Label
WALGREENS Regular Strength Stool Softener Laxative
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Labeler — Walgreens (008965063) |
Revised: 10/2023 Walgreens
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