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Docusate sodium - stool softener laxative - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 55154-3369
Drug Name

Docusate sodium - stool softener laxative

Type Brand
Active Ingredients
Docusate sodium 100 mg/1
Route ORAL
Dosage Form CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
RxCUI drug identifier 1115005
Application Number M007
Labeler Name Cardinal Health 107, LLC
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
55154-3369-0 10 blister pack in 1 bag (55154-3369-0) / 1 capsule, liquid filled in 1 blister pack
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Active ingredient

A list of the active, medicinal ingredients in the drug product.
Active ingredient (in each softgel) Docusate Sodium 100 mg

Dosage and administration

Information about the drug product’s dosage and administration recommendations, including starting dose, dose range, titration regimens, and any other clinically sigificant information that affects dosing recommendations.
Directions • take softgel with a full glass (8 oz) of water adults and children 12 years of age and older take 1 to 3 softgels daily or as directed by a doctor. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses. children 6 to under 12 years of age take 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
adults and children 12 years of age and oldertake 1 to 3 softgels daily or as directed by a doctor. This dose may be taken as a single daily dose or in divided doses.
children 6 to under 12 years of agetake 1 softgel daily or as directed by a doctor
children under 6 years of ageask a doctor

Inactive ingredient

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Inactive ingredients edible white ink, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, glycerin, isopropyl alcohol, light mineral oil, medium chain triglycerides, polyethylene glycol, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbitol sorbitan solution

Indications and usage

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Uses • for relief of occasional constipation (irregularity) • This generally produces a bowel movement within 12 to 72 hours.

Purpose

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Purpose Stool softener laxative

Spl product data elements

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Docusate Sodium - Stool Softener Laxative Docusate Sodium DOCUSATE SODIUM DOCUSATE FD&C RED NO. 40 FD&C YELLOW NO. 6 GELATIN, UNSPECIFIED GLYCERIN ISOPROPYL ALCOHOL LIGHT MINERAL OIL MEDIUM-CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL, UNSPECIFIED PROPYLENE GLYCOL WATER SORBITOL SORBITAN 777

Package label principal display panel

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Principal Display Panel Docusate Sodium 100 mg 10 Softgels Bag Label

Spl unclassified section

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Drug Facts Distributed by: MAJOR ® PHARMACEUTICALS Livonia, MI 48152 Distributed By: Cardinal Health Dublin, OH 43017 L57466800124 Product of UAE Packaged and Quality Assured in the USA TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF BLISTER UNIT IS TORN, BROKEN OR SHOWS ANY SIGNS OF TAMPERING READ FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION

Keep out of reach of children

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This unit dose package is not child resistant and is Intended for Institutional Use Only. Keep out of reach of children Overdose Warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Questions

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Questions or comments? (800)616-2471

Storage and handling

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Other information • each softgel contains: sodium 10 mg (very low sodium) • store at 25°C (77°F) in a dry place. Avoid excessive heat 40°C (140°F).

Warnings

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Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have • abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting • a sudden change in bowel habits that lasts over 14 days Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are presently taking mineral oil Stop use and ask a doctor if • you have rectal bleeding or no bowel movement after using this product. These can 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 care professional before use. This unit dose package is not child resistant and is Intended for Institutional Use Only. Keep out of reach of children Overdose Warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Prompt medical attention is critical for adults as well as children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

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